Châteaux d'Aujac

Aujac, France

Châteaux d'Aujac was built to symbolise the combined powers of the Anduze family and the Bishop Cheylard of Uzès, who lived there from the 12th century. From the square to the round tower, the Chateau and its village illustrate the development of castle construction from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Still inhabited to this day, this magnificent architectural ensemble is a listed Historic Monument and represents a rare example of such conservation.

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Aujac, France
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

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www.ot-saintambroix.fr

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3.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Duchy of Uzès Castle (48,6 km)
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Alès Cathedral (25,2 km)
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User Reviews

Patrice Rey (12 months ago)
Extraordinaire.
Hubert CRKDR Grand-Est (2 years ago)
Belle région avec un patrimoine remarquable et riche en histoire
Damoiselle Vanille (2 years ago)
Pas de visite possible, château fermé en 2018
Pierre Forte (2 years ago)
Une visite avec des activités sur place pour les enfants
Alex Olar (2 years ago)
Prix assez élevé, pas de plaque tarifaire dans le parking, du coup pour une première fois tu risque de monter pour rien..
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