Top Things to do in Cher
10 Castles in Cher That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Cher, France including Chateau de Maupas, Chateau de Meillant, Chateau d'Ainay-le-Vieil, Chateau de Culan, Chateau de Pesselieres, Chateau de Jussy-Champagne, Chateau et Domaine de Menetou-Salon, Chateau de Blancafort, Chateau-Renaud, Chateau de Mehun-sur-Yevre.
Restaurants in Cher
1. Chateau de Maupas
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
Private property in the same family for over three centuries, the Chateau de Maupas is well known for its wine, AOC Menetou-Salon, "Chateau de Maupas", sauvignon.
2. Chateau de Meillant
3. Chateau d'Ainay-le-Vieil
4. Chateau de Culan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
The Chateau de Culan is a medieval castel, a fortress from 12th-15th century. One of the oldest castles still occupied in the world. The castle classified as a french "Monument historique" has known a turbulent history. It is built on a rocky outcrop dominating the River Arnon (a classified natural site). The first wooden construction, of which nothing remains, was demolished in the 10th century. A second building was besieged and destroyed by King Philip II Augustus of France (1188). The present castle dates from the 12th century until the 15th century, with additions from the Renaissance. It has belonged, among the others, to Admiral Louis de Culant (1360 – 1444), to Maximilien de Béthune, duc de Sully (1599 – 1621), and later the Prince de Condé. In 1651, during the Fronde, Mazarin laid siege to the town with royal troops and destroyed the 15th century ramparts. During the Revolution, the castle lands were shared among several families and the fortress was sold as national property. Around the castle, at the end of the 20th century, 'medieval gardens' were laid out. The castle received several famous visitors: Joan of Arc, Louis XI, Sully, Madame de Sévigné, the novelist George Sand, the writer Ernest Renan, General Charles de Gaulle and painters who have made exhibitions here like Picasso, Buffet or Vasarely.
5. Chateau de Pesselieres
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
6. Chateau de Jussy-Champagne
7. Chateau et Domaine de Menetou-Salon
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 59 reviews
Discover the former Castle of Jacques Coeur, bagman of the king Charles VII in 1448, and its evolution through the centuries. This sumptuous, fully furnished and decorated castle has a unique neo-gothic style designed by the renowned architect Paul-Ernest Sanson. It is now the private residence of the Their Serene Highnesses Prince & Princess d'Arenberg. OPENED FOR PUBLIC IN 2017 May : 6th to 8th, 13ht and 14th, 20th and 21st, 25th to 28th July : 1st to 23rd August/September/October : August 5th to October 1st Open for the European Heritage Days on September 16th and 17th !
8. Chateau de Blancafort
9. Chateau-Renaud
10. Chateau de Mehun-sur-Yevre
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