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Château de Marmande, Vellèches

Marmande Castle

Vellèches

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Where
Vellèches

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Château de Marmande stands in Vellèches (Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 11th century, 12th century). No visits are on record for this building.

The château de Marmande stands in ruins on the commune of Vellèches, in the Vienne department. Built in the 11th century, this former fortified castle survives today only as remains, listed as a historic monument. It appeals to visitors interested in medieval fortifications and their imprint on the landscape.

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What to know

  • The site is located in Vellèches, in the Vienne department.
  • It consists of the ruined remains of an 11th-century fortified castle.
  • The site is protected as a listed historic monument.
  • No information on opening hours, fees or accessibility is available.

Where this château is

Vellèches · Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

86230 Vellèches

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Heritage status
Listed historic monument (classé)
Mérimée record PA86000052
Period of construction
11th century, 12th century

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Frequently asked

Can the château de Marmande still be seen today?
Yes, but only as ruined remains.
How old is the château de Marmande?
It dates back to the 11th century.
Where is the château de Marmande located?
In the commune of Vellèches, in the Vienne department.
Is the château de Marmande a protected site?
Yes, it is listed as a historic monument.

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Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.

Within an hour’s drive

The most visited in this department — Vienne

From the same period — 11e siècle

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