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Chateau de Castelnaud, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle

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Overlooking the Dordogne River, the restored medieval fortress Chateau de Castelnaud contains a popular museum of medieval warfare featuring actual-size reconstructions of siege catapults and other war machines. Climbing to the top of the fortress offers you magnificent views of the Châteaux of Beynac and Marqueyssac, as well as the medieval village La Roque-Gageac. Inside, find a unique private collection of arms and armor as well as furniture from the period. Models and videos explain the medieval château’s methods of attack and defense. Kids can rescue someone imprisoned in the château in a fun computer game. Tours are available in English, and a guidebook in English is available for free with purchase of your ticket. Evening theatrical performances are also offered at select times. Before you head to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Castelnaud-la-Chapelle visit planner, to make sure you see all that Castelnaud-la-Chapelle has to offer, including Chateau de Castelnaud.
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Chateau de Castelnaud reviews

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  • Great site, a lot of stairs, kind of adventurous, very interesting and well explained. The lady at reception just lovely 
    Great site, a lot of stairs, kind of adventurous, very interesting and well explained. The lady at reception just lovely  more »
  • While medieval weaponry is the heart and soul of the chateau, it explores medieval life in several ways. The siege weapons impress for their size. Rooms of weapons display armour, spears, spikes... 
    While medieval weaponry is the heart and soul of the chateau, it explores medieval life in several ways. The siege weapons impress for their size. Rooms of weapons display armour, spears, spikes...  more »
  • I’m giving this 3 stars because if you picked a quiet day, then I’m sure it would be amazing. Sadly, In the height of the Summer holidays it was extremely busy and I haven’t felt as uncomfortable in.....  more
    I’m giving this 3 stars because if you picked a quiet day, then I’m sure it would be amazing. Sadly, In the height of the Summer holidays it was extremely busy and I haven’t felt as uncomfortable in.....  more »
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  • This medieval castle has been beautifully renovated and turned into a lovely museum. The castle has beautiful gardens, interactive tours, a real forge (with live demonstrations), and many more. The castle and its tours are great for kids.
  • Fascinating castle set up high above the Dordogne river. Busy on a bank holiday, but we’ll worth a visit to explore the history. The guides are animated, fun and engage well with the audience. Ample parking and good facilities throughout.
  • A must visit when in the area. Beautiful castle and village underneath. Some staircases through the castle are dark and steep, so keep in mind if with children or elderly. Paid (cheap)car park 5 minute walk from the entrance
  • This is something, if you are in the neighbourhood you should see. Well maintained. You can get an tour with guide. We explored it ourselves. There are also demonstration during the day , very interesting with the information that they give. We say thank you for everyone who is working there , keeping this Château well kept and giving the visiters a pleasant experience 😀
  • I really liked this experience, apart from the classic castle exploration we had a pleasure to listen to the lovely lady who, wearing the traditional clothes, was sharing with us interesting facts on the nutrition of that époque. Magnifique 🌺

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