Château de Boves

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Château de Boves was built on a hill near Boves in the late 14th century. There was originally a motte-and-bailey castle. The castle was demolished in 1595 and used as a quarry, today only two walls exist.

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Address
Place de l'Amiral Courbet 15, Boves, France

Established
14th century

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