Château d'Esplas

Rebourguil, France

Château d'Esplas consists of a square form building with three round and one square tower. It dates to the 13th century. During the Hundred Years' War it was sieged by English army and reinforced in 1376. The newer buildings date from the 16th-17th centuries.

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Esplas, Rebourguil, France
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

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www.chateau-esplas.fr

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mimy B (5 years ago)
Luc Cubells (6 years ago)
Castle closed to the visit !! Stop making us believe that the castle is visitable !! Miles for nothing ..
Valentin Nicoli (7 years ago)
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