Château de Sainte-Mère

Sainte-Mère, France

The Château de Sainte-Mère is a 13th-century ruined castle in the commune of Sainte-Mère. The castle was built at the time of the Treaty of Amiens (1279) by the Bishop of Lectoure, Géraud de Monlezun. It defended the frontier of the English possessions. The castle had a rectangular shape, with two towers attached to the north facade.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

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Rémi Gauzere (3 years ago)
Better than Versailles
Cacolise Barsoul (5 years ago)
Beautiful. Point of view
Jean-Christophe Guignard (5 years ago)
Visit of a private castle thanks to the tourist office authentic Castelnau Gascon very well preserved
Michel Dal Zovo (5 years ago)
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