Fougères
The largest medieval fortress in Europe
In the surroundings
30 minutes away, Fougères watches over the Breton marches with its 13-tower medieval castle, the largest in Europe. Around it, a town of character: medieval quarter, belfry, public gardens suspended above the Nançon valley.
40 min by carFrom your gîtes (Vessey — Pontorson)
See & do
- Fougères castle and its wall-walk — a fun visit, perfect with children
- The medieval Marchix quarter and its half-timbered houses
- The belfry (Brittany’s oldest) and Saint-Sulpice church, a flamboyant Gothic jewel
- The public garden and its plunging view over the castle, ideal at sunset
- The Fougères state forest and its bridle paths, for a walk or a bike ride
In the surroundings
Practical information
- Allow half a day: castle in the morning, old town in the afternoon
- Market on Saturday morning, Place Aristide-Briand
- In summer, night visits and shows at the castle — programme from your hosts
The largest medieval fortress in Europe
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