Chateau Saumur

The exterior is stunning the views over the loire valley are fantastic.

Chateau saumur. Château de saumur 49400 saumur tel. Founded by benedictine monks as a prayer location during the renaissance era the castle was later modified by the count of castellane in the 20th century. Both buildings were destroyed during the 9th century norman invasions. The château of the dukes of anjou saumur france.

Well worth the walk up from the town. King charles the bold built the original fortress and a monastery in the 9th century in order to shelter the relics of st. Saumur town maine et loire département pays de la loire région western france on the loire river. The château de saumur was originally constructed as a fortified stronghold in 962 close to a benedictine abbey.

The château de saumur originally built as a castle and later developed as a château is located in the french town of saumur in the maine et loire département. Château near the banks of the loire perched above the town of saumur. Entry is 7 to enter however you can walk the entire perimeter without charge. 10 rooms and suite to welcome you.

02 41 40 24 40 chateau musee ville saumur fr accès coordonnées gps. The chateau de saumur stands at the edge of an abrupt cliff and boasts prime views of the city and the fertile loire valley. This elegant 10th century castle offers terraces with an exceptional panoramic view of the loire river below. The castle destroyed in 1067 and inherited by the house of plantagenet was rebuilt by henry ii of england in the later 12th century.

It is known for its cavalry school and for its wines. Wgs 84 par route. It has been artfully restored romantic atmosphere. The château de saumur was constructed in the 10th century to protect the loire river crossing from norman attacks after the settlement of saumur was sacked in 845.

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