Château de la Grand'Cour

Mornay-Berry, France

Château de la Grand'Cour dates from the mid-13th century. It was converted in the 18th century as brick factory and later farm. The moated circle castle still has its medieval appearance.

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

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3.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Sacha HUBERDEAU (2 months ago)
Freezing room when we arrived, owner extremely discreet and reluctant to pass on and share. We were hoping for a little more warmth and friendliness in this place that is supposedly steeped in history. Damage Nathalie and Sacha
Jacques Honoré (4 months ago)
Friendly and very discreet welcome (the owner serves you the dishes and closes it behind him to give you complete privacy). The meal was very good. Very nice place renovated with great taste. Renovated bathroom and comfortable bedding. Missing a blind on one of the two windows (it can be annoying in summer!!). Very quiet place. I recommend
Michael Breizh (6 months ago)
Nice fortified house but not a castle. The evening meal was good, but not gourmet. The breakfast was plentiful but bought commercially. The setting is pleasant and relaxing. Spacious and comfortable room for the night. The friendly owner. Bring a coffee carafe for the evening lol.
Gilles MARTIN (6 months ago)
The place is lovely, has been very carefully restored, but no visit (neither free nor guided) is organized despite the signage at the entrance. At most we can go around it. Several of us were disappointed.
Seb PBN (7 months ago)
Very good time at the grand cour, for a weekend. Very good meal served in the evening, and incredible calm during our stay in this very well renovated castle!
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