Château de Bertholène

Bertholène, France

Château de Bertholène history dates from early 12th century. The enclosure, several meters high, was equipped with numerous defensive elements. The castle was conquered and destroyed several times during its long existence. Since the early 19th century it has been abandoned and ruined.

Address

Rue des Écoles 6, Bertholène, France

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Details

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

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Denis Borie (20 months ago)
Too bad it was closed but very pretty

Lionel Condemine (2 years ago)
Beginning of October. Beautiful weather!Closed, church and castle! Open only in July and August! Too bad because free self-tour!!

Florent Matzinger (2 years ago)
Pretty ruins, from which many remains exhibited at the Montrozier museum were extracted from the moat. Free parking, picnic area.

Aurelie Corvasier (Toun) (2 years ago)
A must see if you pass by but nothing more than a few ruins

fredcsr2 fredcsr2 (2 years ago)
Village calme plein de charme et belle vue

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