Château de Matha

Matha, France

Château de Matha was originally built by Count Wulgrin around 866 AD. The castle was destroyed in 1242. Today only Renaissance style keep exists built around 1582-1587.

Address

Rue Basse 8, Matha, France

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Details

Founded: 1582
Category: Castles and fortifications in France

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Peggy Ranvial (5 months ago)
Very pretty tower but which cannot be visited, it's a shame

Sandy Guerier (5 months ago)
It is not a castle but a tower rebuilt on the site of this completely destroyed castle, nothing can be visited, in a park which you can walk around.

Patricia Barnabet (12 months ago)
Beautiful area

Geoff Cordwell (2 years ago)
Went there at a brocante Sunday, so it was buzzing. All that's left of the chateau is the entry pillars, but still they are quite impressive.

JJ Traveller (3 years ago)
Beautiful small Chateau in the middle of Matha Town. Regular spot for Brocantes

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