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    Voltaire's castle under the snow Photo: Sophie Balaska, Office de Tourisme du Pays de Gex et sa station Monts du Jura

Castles in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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The 10 most beautiful castles in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Castle · Rhône-Alpes
Castle of Tournon sur Rhône
Dating back to the 10th - 16th C. , the castle of Tournon houses a museum labelled "Musée de France". Discover the rich collections from the Renaissance to the present day. Rooms with furnitures and collections linked with the Rhône river and the Fine Arts.
Castle · Rhône-Alpes
Castle of Vogüé
.Follow in the footsteps of the Marquis of Vogüé and discover thehistory of this castle that dominates the Vogüé village, on the banksof the Ardèche river. Historical rooms and magnificent hanginggardens. Explore on your own or with a guided tour.
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Castle · Auvergne
Castle Dauphin
Fortified castle, listed as a historic monument. Built at the end of the 12th century and complete in the 15th century. There is a dungeon and six turets, it is still lived in today. A vegetable garden which is labelled as 'remarkable' and a silver mining museum exist in the grounds.
Castle · Rhône-Alpes
Château des Allymes
Perched high up in the hills overlooking Ambérieu-en-Bugey the Château des Allymes has stood guard over the town since the 14th century. The château was built by the Dauphin of Vienne in 1310. It fell into the hands of the Duke of Savoy in 1335 and became part of France again in 1601.
Castle · Auvergne
Sailhant Castle
This fortified castle perched on a spectacular rocky spur is more than 30 metres high and overlooks a mystical waterfall.Not to miss: the great hall, the Lord’s chamber, the library and the chapel. Listed site. Visits in French and English.
Castle · Pomeys
Château de Saconay
Édifice exceptionnel et authentique, ce château du XIV° siècle fut embelli, modifié, et parfois abandonné. Il fait l’objet d’une protection au titre des Monuments Historiques.
Castle · Auvergne
Découverte du Château de Murol
Fortress of the 11th century, the castle of Murol is a must in our beautiful region. Culminating at an altitude of 1000 metres, it is the most visited castle in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Château de Pravins
Castle · Rhône-Alpes
Château de Pravins
Manoir Renaissance located within a vineyard that has been transformed into organic farming. Visitors have the opportunity to explore the buildings around which the country park and vineyards are developed before heading off to the cellars to sample some of the château's wines.
Visite du Château de Montbloy
Castle · Rhône-Alpes
Le Château de Montbloy
This defensive château, which once belonged to Savigny's Benedictine abbey, became home to the abbots of Albon in the 15th century. Remains of the 12th century wall and chapel and 15th century buildings can still be seen.
Château de Pravins
Castle · Blacé
Château de Pravins
Manoir Renaissance located within a vineyard that has been transformed into organic farming. Visitors have the opportunity to explore the buildings around which the country park and vineyards are developed before heading off to the cellars to sample some of the château's wines.
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Voltaire's Château by Antoine
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