Château de Montdardier

Montdardier, France

Château de Montdardier was built in the 12th century to the site of smaller fortification mentioned first time in 1099. The current appearance dates from the restoration made in 1860.

Address

Route du Vigan 5077A, Montdardier, France

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

Rating

4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Muriel Ribard (13 months ago)
Very pretty monument, but cannot be visited.

Januta Huu (2 years ago)
Not worth seeing. The castle is private and difficult to view due to the extensive barrier. The village was also disappointing, run down and deserted. There is at least one open restaurant, but we didn't promise to stop there.

Hontanares Brunel (2 years ago)
In the heart of the Cévennes, a small picturesque village very close to the Cirque de Navacelle. My kids call it Sleeping Beauty Castle. Or Aurora Castle. It looks a lot like the fairy compye castle. The village is very pretty, the air is clean, the calm and tranquility are masters in these places. To visit

Hercé Photographe et conseiller numérique (3 years ago)
Nice pity that it is closed to the public but the village is very beautiful.

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