Château de Châteaurenard

Châteaurenard, France

The construction of the Château de Châteaurenard was started in 1170 by Seigneur Reynardus and the castle was also named after him. The castle was modified and enlarged in the 12th and 15th centuries. In 1596 Henry IV of France ordered to demolish the castle. The ruins were damaged more in 1790 during the French Revolution. The restoration was made in the 20th century. Today the castle hosts a museum of local history.

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Founded: 1170
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

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www.casteland.com

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User Reviews

Ramon Ajalpan (2 years ago)
For the moment, the castle of the counts of Provence is closed for works this beginning of summer 2022. However, going up there from the car parks is very pleasant. The beautiful viewpoints remain accessible after a walk on steep paths in the shade of a pine-scented wood. The fitness trail to the song of the cicadas, a playground for the little ones, everything is pleasant. The guinguette was closed when I went there, it will reopen.
Chae (2 years ago)
Place in the middle of nature open to the public during visiting hours. Parking available and place accessible to people with reduced mobility. Public toilets nearby. Very nice walk in the forest when the weather allows it for people of all ages. Take pleasure in observing nature, the view and above all, breathe.
Jota Efe (2 years ago)
Nice hike ride. You can also go up the back by car. They are the remains of a castle from 1400. Nice views of the village of Chateaurenard. On the trails there are sidewalks to rest. recommendable
Anais (3 years ago)
Very nice walk to access the castle with more or less far parking lots depending on the time you want to walk. The view is superb over the city and the surrounding area. A bar, closed that day, offers a very pleasant place with many picnic tables in the shade of pine trees for a break or a meal.
Henry-max Nadeau (3 years ago)
Pleasant site offering beautiful views, a pretty walking path in the woods, a fitness trail and a playground for toddlers. The guinguette is unfortunately closed for the moment due to sanitary measures.
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