Château de Tournebu

Tournebu, France

Château de Tournebu was originally built by the Tournebu family in the 12th and 13th centuries. In the early 17th century it was modified and enlarged with four bastions. The castle was destroyed during the Revolution. Today donjon, a keep, remains.

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Le Bourg, Tournebu, France
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

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