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nighttime. A medieval fortress and Renaissance building, Châteaubriant Castle recounts ten centuries of history. In the Middle Ages, Châteaubriant Castle was at the heart of the Marches of Brittany. It served as a stronghold defending the duchy against the Kingdom of France. The keep, ramparts, seigneurial chapel, and the medieval courtyard lodgings still bear witness to the power of this fortress. In the 16th century, the bailey became a residence opening onto the gardens. The castle gardens are open to the public from February to December. Visit maps are available at the reception-shop for a better understanding of the site. A 3D space allows you to discover, with free access, the architectural evolution of the castle, from the 11th century to the present day. From February to December, heritage mediators will accompany you on an in-depth tour of the castle, its keep, and its gardens. During school holidays, family workshops allow parents and children to develop their creativity or spark their curiosity! Opening days: Gardens are open to the public, Wednesday to Sunday: 9am-6pm (February-March and October-December) or 9am-7:30pm (April-September). Prices: - Free entry for those over €0.00 (Free access to the château gardens) - Individual adult rate from €3.00 to €6.00 (Guided tours, free for those on minimum income and special cards) - Individual child rate from €0.00 (Guided tours free for those under 26) - Individual child rate from €0.00 (Guided tours free for those under 26) Child from €4.00 to €8.00 (Family activity) - Adult group rate from €5.00 (From 15 people) Payment methods: Credit cards - Bank and postal checks - Cash Tours Self-guided tours (individual): Yes Guided tours (individual): Yes Average visit duration (individual): 1 hour Self-guided tours (groups): Yes Guided tours on request (groups): Yes Guided tours (groups): Yes Average visit duration (groups): 1 hour Languages: Tour: French, English - Signs: French, English Services: Interactive kiosk - Shop - WiFi Additional information: Groups of 15 people or more are welcome - Pets allowed (Dogs on leashes are allowed in the park.) - Points of interest visible without a tour Access Location: SNCF train station: 0.5 km

A vast industrial forge site dating back to the 17th century. The natural setting is also remarkable, with the dam on the Don River creating a splendid reservoir that supplied the forges. A favorite is Rue des Rochers Bleus and its hanging pine tree.

The castle is a self-guided tour. A little tip: there are bike racks inside the castle, just beyond the entrance.

A medieval fortress and Renaissance building, Chateaubriant Castle tells the story of ten centuries of history. In the Middle Ages, the castle was at the heart of the Marches of Brittany. It served as a stronghold that defended the duchy against the Kingdom of France. The keep, ramparts, seigneurial chapel, and medieval courtyard lodgings still bear witness to the power of this fortress. In the 16th century, the bailey became a residence opening onto the gardens.

A medieval fortress built around 1050 and a Renaissance building, Châteaubriant castle tells ten centuries of history. Guided tours are possible.

Châteaubriant Castle is a medieval castle transformed into a Renaissance palace. There you can discover the impressive fortifications, the elegant dwellings and the mysterious legend of Françoise de Foix, who died in the castle under mysterious circumstances. You can also admire the exhibition “In the Ink of Dreams”, which presents the works of contemporary artists inspired by the castle and its history. The castle is open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Very beautiful castle allowing you to see the evolution of architecture throughout history. It is one of the rare castles where we find the medieval part with its keep, drawbridge, watchtower on the walls..., a barrel part with brick and clay arcades and a renaissance part with the bedroom by Françoise de Foix. A visit to make

Until now I thought that Châteaubriand was only a writer. In fact, René de Châteaubriand was born in Saint-Malo, and died in Paris in 1848. In short, it is not certain that he passed through this city, but in any case he comes from this great French family. The town takes its name from Brient, the lord who founded the castle in the 9th century.