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Castles in France

These sites offer French chateaus, fortresses, castles and fortifications from walled cities.

Château de Saint-Loup

Brief history of this "Jewel of France's Architectural Heritage" is accompanied by interior and exterior photos of the castle and grounds.

Château de Tennessus

Three nice photos accompany a brief history of the restored castle in Poitou Charentes, France. Site also available in French.

Medieval Fortifications

Thumbnails of castles and portions of walled cities in France lead to larger versions of each photo. Part of A Digitial Archive of European Architecture by Professor Jeffrey Howe at Boston College.

Ranton Castle

Some nice photos accompany a brief history of the French castle, at the Château de Ranton website.

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