Château de Gavray Ruins

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Château de Gavray was the castle of local Dukes, built in the 11th century. It was first time mentioned in 1091 and in 1123 some enhancements (probably a tower) was done. The castle was besieged and conquered in the Hundred Years War'. In the 17th century it was lost is purpose and demolished. Today ruins remain on the site.

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Address
Rue du Moulin à Tan 18, Gavray, France

Established
11th century

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