Château des Ducs d'Alençon

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The 15th century Château des Ducs was a massive castle in Alençon. The first castle, built in the 11th century, is completely disappeared today. The next castle was built by Peter II, the count of Alençon between 1361-1404. It was demolished 1592. Today only a impressive gatehouse and part of the walls remain.

Chateaux of NormandyMiscellaneous historic sites in FranceAll sites in AlençonValois Dynasty and Hundred Year's War

Address
Rue de la Chaussée 45-47, Alençon, France

Established
1361-1404

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