Esquelbecq Castle, Protected monument in Esquelbecq, France
The square castle features eight corner turrets and retains a white stone border embedded in its walls marking noble status.
The initial wooden fortress from the 9th century transformed into a stone castle, first documented in 1299 when Beatrix of Esquelbecq married Gauthier Ghistelles.
The castle represents northern French architecture with its moat, twin access bridges, and thick defensive walls exceeding one meter at their foundation.
Gardens remain open from May through mid-September, Friday to Sunday between 14:00 and 18:00, requiring advance reservations for all visits.
The 1615 castle inn displays runic symbols on its gable, while the 1606 dovecote stands as part of the remaining original structures.
Location: Esquelbecq
GPS coordinates: 50.88522,2.42991
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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