Château de Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte, Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte, France

Château de Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte was built in the 11th and 12th centuries. It was besieged twice during the Hundred Years War. The city walls were breached by cannon in 1374. This is believed to have been among the first successful uses of guns against city walls in history. Today it is partially ruined, but still a notable castle with massive 14th century towers and a 12-15th century abbey.

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Kristof Meirlaen (Kri-Soft) (16 months ago)
We were amazed this was a free entrance. Even though there is not much to do, this is an impressive castle and well worth a short visit. Guided tours at 15h most days in high season.

Alex Totti (2 years ago)
Majestic castle, but seems that very few people know it, so you can enjoy the peaceful view here.

Reto Merazzi (2 years ago)
The guided tour is great, without it there's not too much to see

Ramon Nipper (2 years ago)
Sadly the place is dead. Even the excellent campground is closed for most of the year. More shops are closed than open. The main restaurant hotel is lacking charm and ambiance. Its dead!

George Dyer (3 years ago)
It's a very historic monument with excellent information and signposting

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