What remains of the château de Gray today?

Only the fortified gatehouse and the surrounding walls survive, dating from the 13th century.

Is the château de Gray a listed historic monument?

Yes, several parts are listed as historic monuments, with classifications between 1916 and 1991.

Is there a museum on the site?

A museum occupies a later building constructed on the former castle grounds.

What was the historical role of the castle?

It served as the seat of the governors of Franche-Comté until 1668.

Château de Gray

Gray Castle

Gray

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No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Gray

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Château de Gray stands in Gray (Haute-Saône), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 13th century, 18th century). No visits are on record for this building.

In Gray, in the Haute-Saône department, the remains of the fortified castle reflect centuries of military and administrative history in Franche-Comté. Only the fortified gatehouse and the surrounding walls survive, both dating from the 13th century, the rest of the stronghold having disappeared. The site once served as residence for the governors of the province before its grounds welcomed a later mansion that now houses a museum. Visitors come both for the medieval defensive architecture and for the layered building history on view.

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What to know

The monument is listed as a historic monument, with classifications ranging from 1916 to 1991.
What remains of the medieval castle is limited to the 13th-century gatehouse and surrounding walls.
The site today houses a museum installed in a later building, separate from the fortified remains.
No details on opening hours, fees or access conditions are given here, so checking with the local tourist office is advisable.

Where this château is

Gray · Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

6 Rue Pigalle, 70100 Gray

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Château phone number

+33 3 84 65 69 10

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00102177
Period of construction: 13th century, 18th century

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What remains of the château de Gray today?: Only the fortified gatehouse and the surrounding walls survive, dating from the 13th century.
Is the château de Gray a listed historic monument?: Yes, several parts are listed as historic monuments, with classifications between 1916 and 1991.
Is there a museum on the site?: A museum occupies a later building constructed on the former castle grounds.
What was the historical role of the castle?: It served as the seat of the governors of Franche-Comté until 1668.