Château de Gavray Ruins

Gavray, France

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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Founded: 11th century
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

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Edîth Nothias (3 years ago)
Very interesting I made the visit with a person who takes care of maintaining the site and there we understand better why it is necessary to preserve this place
christine blouet (4 years ago)
The beautiful Gavray Castle an interesting story and remains ruins, have beautiful pictures and beautiful views of Gavray gorgeous
Laurence Glatini (5 years ago)
Très joli lieu
Coco T. (5 years ago)
Des ruines de château qui se mérite, ça grimpe, encore et encore
marivoet kevin (5 years ago)
Pas grand chose à visiter mais une belle vue s'offre à vous
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