Château de Quintin, Quintin, France

Château de Quintin was mentioned as 'castellum novum' in 1202 and it was probably a fortified manor built in the late 1100s by Alain de Penthièvre. Geoffroy I Boterel built the first actual castle in the middle 1200s. it consisted of a moat, four gates, curtain walls and towers. The castle was badly damaged in the Wars of Religion (1590s).

The next castle was built as a living residence in 1643 and restored in 1785-1790. During the Great Revolution Château de Quintin was used as a prison. Since 1935 it has been owned by Bagneux family.

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Jordi P.S. (3 years ago)
Average castle that wins a lot if you take the guided tour. The guide actually lives in the castle.

Steve (6 years ago)
Nice place to walk the dog around the lake. Peaceful and paved. There is also a woodland walk and a great children's playground too with picnic tables so you can eat lunch in the sun. Quinton has a great market on Tuesday morning too.

Cherie Wright (6 years ago)
Incredible history in family-run chateau. Interesting tour of parts of the property. Understanding of French necessary.

brigitte valain (6 years ago)
Accueillis par la propriétaire de manière très sympathique, nous avons fait sa visite guidée pleine d'enthousiasme.

Veronique Andre (7 years ago)
Magnifique. Ville animée. Fête de novembre géniale. Il faut vraiment y aller chants danses costumes d'antan..photos à fonds pour souvenir.

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