Château d'Ô

Mortrée, France

Château d'Ô was built in the 15th and 17th centuries with a flamboyant Gothic and Renaissance style. A moat surrounds the castle. Guided tours are available parts to the orangery and inside the castle.

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Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Valois Dynasty and Hundred Year's War (France)

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Steve Rogers (2 years ago)
Stunning Chateau, only open a few weeks a year but well worth a visit. Only a few rooms inside open and you have to go round with a guide. But our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We took our spaniel with us who was welcome in the grounds and outside areas, including on the tour.
Luc Hemmerijckx (2 years ago)
Lovely castle. Still privately held only 40 days a year to be visited. Free of charge. Now to be visited till beginning of September
Roland Hardt (5 years ago)
Beautiful castle. Unfortunately it won't open again until 2021, so you're only able to see it from outside the entrance gate.
kris batty (5 years ago)
It's a fairy chateau. Private though. My friends live nearby
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