Château d'Estaing, Estaing, France

Château d'Estaing was built built around the medieval square keep in the 15th-17th centuries. The original chapel was built in the 15th century. The castle was the traditional home for counts of Estaing until 1794.

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Martin Hughes (4 years ago)
Not worth a visit. Few rooms accesible. There are better chateaux in f. Best seen from outside! Exhibits showcase french politics n items of the family.

Ethan Marchington (4 years ago)
My favourite town in the whole world!!! Awesome chateau overlooking the valley!!

Konstantin Kiselev (5 years ago)
Unfortunately it is closed till may 2020. Although the castle looks marvelously outside. And bastide looks fine as well.

MagicBusArt (5 years ago)
We visited this beautiful village at the end of September. Great parking beside the river overlooking the bridge and castle. It is picturesque. It's also worth a meander around the streets where you can find quite a few very interesting shops.

Simone Baker (5 years ago)
Beautiful village.. ?

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