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Château de Clisson, Clisson

Château de Clisson

Clisson Castle

Clisson

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Château de Clisson stands in Clisson (Loire-Atlantique), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: first half of the 13th century, 14th century, 15th century, 16th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

In Clisson, Loire-Atlantique, the remains of a 13th-century fortress stand on a rocky spur above the Sèvre Nantaise river. Damaged during the Revolution and partly restored afterwards, the site still reads as a fortified stronghold, now open to visitors as ruins. It is listed as a historic monument. Its elevated position gives views over the river and the town.

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What to know

  • The site consists of partially restored ruins rather than an intact castle.
  • The visit takes place outdoors on a rocky promontory, so sturdy shoes are advisable.
  • The castle overlooks the Sèvre Nantaise river, with views from the ramparts.
  • No information on opening hours, prices or accessibility is available here.

Practical information

Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:30-13:00 · 14:00-18:00
Thursday10:30-13:00 · 14:00-18:00
Friday10:30-13:00 · 14:00-18:00
Saturday10:30-13:00 · 14:00-18:00
Sunday (today)10:30-13:00 · 14:00-18:00

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Where this château is

Clisson · Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire

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Address

Pl. du Minage, 44190 Clisson

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Château phone number

+33 2 40 54 02 22

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Heritage status
Listed historic monument (classé)
Mérimée record PA00108588
Period of construction
first half of the 13th century, 14th century, 15th century, 16th century

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Frequently asked

How old is the château de Clisson?
Its oldest parts date from the first half of the 13th century.
Is the château de Clisson a ruin?
Yes, it was destroyed during the Revolution and later partly restored.
Where is the château de Clisson located?
It overlooks the left bank of the Sèvre Nantaise river, in the town of Clisson in Loire-Atlantique.
Is the château de Clisson a protected site?
It is listed as a French historic monument.

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Sources

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