Château Saint-Jean de Nogent-le-Rotrou
Château Saint-Jean de Nogent-le-Rotrou, Medieval castle and museum in Nogent-le-Rotrou, France
The castle features a rectangular keep measuring 17 by 24 meters with walls reaching 3.5 meters thick at the base and 1.5 meters at the top.
Built in 1020 as a fortress, the castle controlled the border between the Kingdom of France and the Duchy of Normandy until 1640.
The municipal museum, established in 1959, displays paintings, sculptures, and archaeological artifacts representing the regional heritage of Perche.
Visitors can explore both the medieval architecture and museum collections while accessing the castle grounds through the 155 Saint-Jean steps.
The keep, constructed in the 1040s, stands 35 meters tall and remains one of the oldest stone defensive structures of its type in France.
Location: Nogent-le-Rotrou
Inception: 1020
Architectural style: medieval architecture
Address: rue du château 28400 Nogent-le-Rotrou
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 14:00-18:00
Phone: +33237521802
Website: https://ville-nogentlerotrou.fr/culture/le-chateau-des-comtes-du-perche
GPS coordinates: 48.31430,0.82060
Latest update: May 22, 2025 12:54
The Perche region preserves an architectural heritage spanning from the Middle Ages to the classical period. Castles, churches, and abbeys in this Normandy area showcase the evolution of construction techniques and artistic styles from the 11th to the 18th century, influenced by Norman and Ligurian traditions. Medieval fortifications such as the Château de Bellême and Château de Senonches demonstrate the strategic role of this territory between the Duchy of Normandy and the kingdom of France. Religious buildings, including the Church of Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei with its Romanesque murals and the Notre-Dame of Mont Harou with its fortified tower, reflect the importance of monastic and parish life. Lords’ residences like Château de Montimer and Château de Frazé offer insights into residential architecture in Perche. The Perche Museum in Bellême and the Royal Military College Museum in Thiron-Gardais complete this exploration with collections related to regional history and military heritage.
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