Château d'Uzès, Medieval castle in Uzès, France
Château d'Uzès is a castle in Uzès that dominates the town's highest point with its 42-meter keep, corner towers, and Renaissance façade. The complex contains a Gothic chapel and several rooms furnished with period pieces reflecting different eras.
The site began as a Roman castrum before being developed into a fortified castle in the 11th century under Lord Elzéart d'Uzès. Later modifications added medieval and Renaissance elements that transformed the structure over the following centuries.
The castle represents the first duchy of France, and the Crussol family has shaped its character and use across many generations of ownership.
Visiting requires patience for climbing narrow stairs and steep passages to the castle's upper levels. It is wise to wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for physical exertion, especially in warm weather.
The Tour Bermonde, built in the 12th century by Bermond I, ranks among France's largest medieval keeps with impressive height and construction. Its thick walls were designed to withstand attacks over extended periods.
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