Later in 1454, the wooden castle was expanded into a boarder fort and was then used as a prison throughout the 17th and 19th centuries. The town was known for being the most tolerant when it came to religious diversity in the country, and this caused it to fall under attack of the crusader army by order of the pope.Ĭhâteau de Joux – by Adrian Michael – Wikimedia Commons In the early 13th century, this area played a key role in the Albigensian Crusade that took place in the Languedoc region.
This is a Medieval gem in the heart of France that holds history better than most vicinities of this age range.
You’ll visit Carcassone to see both the castle ( tickets available online) and the town. Limited little time window but a once in a lifetime experience nonetheless. Take note that Roquetaillade is only open for public viewing on Sundays between 2:30pm and 5pm. Interestingly enough the castle is still owned by the same family who has owned it for the last 700 years - with no intent of giving it up any time soon. In the 19th century, the castle was fully renovated and then in 1956 it was made open to public viewing due to popular demand. Roquetaillade – by Mcdanimr – Wikimedia Commons This is because Mont Saint-Michel isn’t actually solely a castle per say, it’s and old walled city built around an 8th century abbey that makes for a castle-like appearance. As you approach the grand “castle” you’ll likely start seeing it in a completely different light. By purchasing a roundtrip bus ticket destines for Mont Saint-Michel you can head out of almost all Paris bus stations to get here. The region of Normandy is littered with castles and makes for the most incredible day trip out of Paris. Near impossible to see them all but worth a shot to see at least one or two! Here are ten of the most beautiful overlooked French castles near Paris: 1.
There are a total of 5450 castles scattered around the country. Some of which you’ll recognize from establishing shots of Hollywood blockbusters - many of them not too far from Paris. Throughout France there are castles fit for royalty. Château de Versailles – by Nono vlf – Wikimedia Commons
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