Château de Brécourt, Douains, France

Château de Brécourt was built in 1625. It consists of a moat and U-shaped main building. Today it is a hotel.

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Tony InLosAngeles (2 years ago)
For Sale

Joseph Conroy (5 years ago)
I haven't been here for a while (since June 6, 1944). But last time I was here we were working on our leFH 18/40. When out of the woods came these Yanks dressed in tan fatigues and camouflage! They shot a few of our guys, blew up our howitzer and then ran back into the woods. Weird day The food was also pretty good.

Diane Berradji (6 years ago)
A very good time of sharing in a sumptuous setting. I recommend

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