Tag: medieval castles France
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The Brittany Town With One of Europe’s Largest Castles That Almost Nobody Visits
Fougères has one of Europe’s largest medieval castles — yet almost no tourists arrive. Here’s what makes this Breton town worth the detour.
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The French Château That Looks More Medieval Than the Real Thing
Château de Pierrefonds looks like the perfect medieval fortress. But it was built in the 19th century by a brilliant architect who improved upon the Middle Ages. The hidden story behind France’s most photographed fairy-tale castle.