Château de Gramont, Bidache, France

Château de Gramont was first mentioned in 1329, belonging to the lords of Gramont. The medieval castle was destroyed in 1523 by the troops of Charles V of Spain and reuilt later with Renaissance additions. The gardens and terraces date from the 17th century.

In 1793 , the castle and its outbuildings were confiscated to the Nation and a military hospital was installed there for a few months. The building was empty when it was ravaged by fire in 1796.

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Guillaume Piquer-Jonquière (4 years ago)
I still adore this castle as much, as a child it was sound and light.

nicolas audouin (4 years ago)
Super interesting. Closed but worth a visit. Inquire at the initiative union

Mikaël Etchave (5 years ago)

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