Château de La Côte-Saint-André

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Château de La Côte-Saint-André

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Château de La Côte-Saint-André, Medieval castle in La Côte-Saint-André, France

The castle stands prominently on elevated ground with a central building and northern wing, featuring French-style ceilings and a monumental fireplace in the Louis XI hall.

Philippe I of Savoy initiated the construction in 1273 to protect the town from Dauphinois soldiers, and the castle later became a venue for official Dauphiné ceremonies.

The castle's courtyard transforms during the annual Festival Berlioz into a concert venue accommodating 1,400 spectators for symphonic performances.

The castle houses a music school and meeting rooms, accessible by two pedestrian staircases from the town center or by car through a road network.

Dutch painter Johan Barthold Jongkind created numerous watercolors of the castle in 1878, contributing to the early impressionist movement.

Location: La Côte-Saint-André

GPS coordinates: 45.39530,5.26190

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47

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