Château de Châteaulin, Châteaulin, France

Château de Châteaulin was built in the 10th century by Earl of Cornouaille. In 1373 it was burned down by English army. The castle was never built again and today only ruins remain.

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Chantal Le Pellec (6 years ago)
Personnel très compétent, gentil, disponible. Très satisfaite de l accueil qui a été réservé à ma mère.

Morgane Tout (7 years ago)
Ne vous attendez pas à un «bonjour» à votre arrivée, vous ne l'aurez pas...un café? Ah non l'heure est dépassée...le sourire? En option...et si par malheur vous venez le week-end...cherchez le personnel soignant...

Philippe Le Brun (7 years ago)
Triste à mourir. .

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