Château de Tourrette-Levens

Tourrette-Levens, France

The modest-sized castle Château de Tourrette-Levens dates back to the 12th century. It overlooks the ancient 'salt road'. The castle was buily by Raymond Chabaud whose family owned the estate until 1684. The castle was one of the finest in the region with six towers. Only one tower survives. Today it hosts a museum devoted to entomology.

Address

Montée du Château 277, Tourrette-Levens, France

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Details

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

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Thierry Scheer (2 years ago)
À beautiful but small castle in the little village of tourette levens. It has a great panoramic view. Definitely worth checking it out!

D Cheh (2 years ago)
It was a delight to visit the Château, the climb to get there, the view, the small (free entry) museums. The extraordinary insect and especially butterfly collection from the entire world!

Anaïs (3 years ago)
An wonderful and magical place, albeit quick to visit, though that might be good news for some. Amazing for children of all ages.

Catherine SALMON (4 years ago)
Magical place The Friends of the Castle are all very pleasant, the food is of high quality and the shows to die for I highly recommend

EL Bozco (6 years ago)
Not words to exprime this place. You need to go. Eat in the pizzeria. Mama Mia.

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