Top Things to do in Lot-et-Garonne
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Things to do in Lot-et-Garonne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine: The Best Castles
Discover the best top things to do in Lot-et-Garonne, France including Chateau de Poudenas, Chateau de Bonaguil, Chateau de Duras, Chateau de Gavaudun, Chateau du Frechou, Chateau de Lauzun, Chateau de Fumel, Chateau-Musee Henri IV, Chateau de Favols, Chateau de la Sylvestrerie.
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1. Chateau de Poudenas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Poudenas castle is a vast family residence of the 13th century, transform during the 17th century in decorated Italian Palace with a beautiful park of 10 hectares. Seminars, weddings, luxury lodging with 7 bedrooms,activities... This castel is the perfect place to organise your event right in the middle of Gascony in an authentic setting.
2. Chateau de Bonaguil
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 562 reviews
The powerful Berenger de Roquefeuil (1448-1530), descended from the aristocracy of Quercy and Rouergue, devoted several years of his life to making of Bonaguil the fortress of legend that it is today. It equips the castle with an enormous barbican, with six towers, one of which is among the most beautiful in the country, with seven drawbridges, a baffle, a casemate, gunboats and a pierced sparrow tower Of loopholes for a more incisive defense of the ditches. In spite of a paradoxical situation between Quercy and Perigord, far from the main thoroughfares, magnificent architecture, gigantic proportions (the quarter in plan of the city of Carcassonne) and a state of conservation so remarkable led VIOLLET-LE-DUC, Lawrence d'ARABIE or André BRETON to quote Bonaguil as an example! The commune of Fumel bought Bonaguil in 1860 and classified it under the title of Historic Monuments in 1862.
Reviewed By Spectacle64 - Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Amazing place. Just a shame they insisted on masks being worn at ALL times, even when outside clambering up flights of steps which meant glasses misted up all the time! Bit OTT even in these worrying times as there weren't many visitors so social distancing was easy. But a really fascinating place to explore. A fabulous example of castle architecture with many unique features. Highly recommended even if you have to wear a mask!
3. Chateau de Duras
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 385 reviews
Through the different periods : middle age, french Renaissance and french Revolution, Duras fortress has been the testimony of lots of upheavals. The Durfort-Duras, by then dukes of France transformed the castle into a magnificent mansion at the XVII° century. Go through the history and ancient architecture visiting the 30 rooms of this castle, now classified an historical monument.
Reviewed By brearscaine
Great fun for kids, lots of interactive experiences, multi-media shows etc. Watch out for the secret door! Views from the top tower well worth the climb!
4. Chateau de Gavaudun
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Heretical point of reference at the XI°century, rebuild during the XIII°century, the Castle of Gavaudun, of daring conception, has a remarkable defending system appropriate to the site( entrance cut into the rock, curtains crowning the spur, donjon with 6 levels reaching at height of 70 meters, arrow with double cross,...).
5. Chateau du Frechou
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Romantic Renaissance Château of medieval origin with charming outbuildings, an Italianate garden, a small Jardin Clos and beautiful panoramic views over the surrounding Gascony countryside. The interiors contain 17th and 18th century antiques and works of art.
6. Chateau de Lauzun
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
7. Chateau de Fumel
8. Chateau-Musee Henri IV
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 136 reviews
The castle will be closed for winter break from the 14th of november 2016 to the 20th of may 2017. Exhibition on the family of king Henri IV, Albret.
9. Chateau de Favols
10. Chateau de la Sylvestrerie
