Montfrin Castle

Montfrin, France

Montfrin Castle was built in the 13th and 14th centuries. Later the medieval castle was reconstructed as a residence. Today it is still owned the same family.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

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4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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frédéric tricot (5 months ago)
Small contemporary castle which looks pleasant to visit but in view of the private property sign we did not go further than the gate
Nownow Soissons (8 months ago)
Very pretty but cannot be visited
Luc Pezon (13 months ago)
Nice little village. Between Nimes and Avignon. Nice place, some interesting houses. Former Templar commandery. The castle is nice (not open to the public) and is made up of an old Saracen tower
martine boeckx (18 months ago)
Very good
Евелин П (19 months ago)
Very cool place. By a lucky chance, she met the owner of the castle, Jean. He had a wonderful tour of the castle in the evening, in the twilight and with a black cat as the guardian of this castle. I highly recommend. At least look around the neighborhood if it doesn’t happen by such an accident as mine. Thanks a lot Jean.
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