Château de Parthenay, Parthenay, France

Château de Parthenay was built during the 13th century whose remains are still visible to this day. The castle was built on a rock by the side of the river. A citadel was built around the castle which was only accessible through the Saint Jacques gate. The gate and the city walls are still largely intact. There is another gate at the other side of the city, the Tour de l'Horloge gate. Both gates have characteristic almond-shaped towers. In total, the citadel has over 30 defensive towers, 4 entrance gates and a defensive wall with a length of over 1km.

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Emmanuelle Cordier (6 months ago)
A place that could be magnificent in addition to the city... but it is left fallow, the access footbridge is collapsing... a lot of regret for having come for so little

ISABELLE IJ (6 months ago)
The ramparts, the remains of the castle and the old town are beautiful and very interesting to visit. There is great potential, unfortunately a little wasted by the lack of general maintenance: the castle footbridge is prohibited because it is too dangerous, weeds and brambles invade the ruins and certain parts of the visit path, although well marked. There is a feeling of abandonment and letting go, rather unfortunate for a site which deserves to be better highlighted.

Muriel Lesongeur (9 months ago)
Access to the ruins of the fortified castle rather difficult to access because it cannot be found, the footbridge is closed. We asked for more explanations from the tourist office where we were well informed. There remains a tower and some remains of the castle which leave you dreaming of its medieval grandeur.

Pascale Gros (2 years ago)
No hesitation, stop for 1 walk ?

Anita Wilson (2 years ago)
Super walk in a very pretty town

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