Château d'Entrecasteaux, Entrecasteaux, France

Château d'Entrecasteaux was originally built in the 11th century, but rebuilt later in the 15th, 16th and 18th centuries. In 1974, after several decades of abandonment, the castle was restored by the British painter Hugh Ian Macgarvie-Munn who turned the castle into a museum.

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Coralyn Tracey (3 years ago)
The Chatelain himself took us on a private tour of the castle: a fascinating experience! He has done a lot of the restoration work hilself! Bravo!

Jane Adlington-Brumer (3 years ago)
This is the most incredible collection of objects and a fabulous restored chateau, the guide who lives there restored the castle himself and is full of interesting stories!

Tris Revill (4 years ago)
Super old castle perched on the top of the rock. You can only go inside on a tour at 11.30 or 4ish

Rod Langham (5 years ago)
A beautiful place, stunning building and they know how to celebrate Bastille Day

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