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.

References:

Normandy Tourism

Address

Le Château d'O 36-476, Mortrée, France

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Details

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

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Roland Hardt (2 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 (2 years ago)
It's a fairy chateau. Private though. My friends live nearby

David vd Veer (3 years ago)
Amazing place .... sad you cant see everything because it is still occupied by a family

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