Are there any standing buildings at the château de Rieux?

Only the entrance gatehouse, formerly fitted with a drawbridge, still stands; the rest of the castle is in ruins.

Why is the château de Rieux in ruins?

It was destroyed in 1488, partially demolished on Richelieu's orders in 1629, and its keep collapsed in 1799 following an earthquake.

Can you freely explore the château de Rieux?

The site is an outdoor set of ruins explored through an interpretation trail set up by the local commune.

Where is the château de Rieux located?

It stands on a rocky spur overlooking the Vilaine river, east of the village of Rieux in the Morbihan department.

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Château de Rieux stands in Rieux (Morbihan), in the Bretagne region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Perched on a rocky spur above the Vilaine river, east of the village of Rieux, stand the ruins of a fortified castle whose history traces back to the Rieux family and a first stronghold built in the 9th century. Visitors come mainly to see the surviving gatehouse, the only structure still standing, and the English-style garden laid out in the 19th century around the remains. An interpretation trail helps make sense of the original layout, which is now hard to read given the successive waves of destruction the site has suffered.

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What to know

The site consists of open-air ruins explored via an interpretation trail.
The ground is a rocky spur, so sturdy walking shoes are advisable.
Only the entrance gatehouse, once fitted with a drawbridge, still stands upright.
The site is protected as a listed historic monument.
The visit takes place outdoors and is best done in dry weather.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	09:00-12:00 · 13:30-17:00
Tuesday	09:00-12:00 · 13:30-17:00
Wednesday	09:00-12:00
Thursday	09:00-12:00
Friday	09:00-12:00 · 13:30-17:00
Saturday	09:00-12:00
Sunday (today)	Closed

Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.

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Where this château is

Rieux · Morbihan · Bretagne

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56350 Rieux

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé)

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Frequently asked

Are there any standing buildings at the château de Rieux?: Only the entrance gatehouse, formerly fitted with a drawbridge, still stands; the rest of the castle is in ruins.
Why is the château de Rieux in ruins?: It was destroyed in 1488, partially demolished on Richelieu's orders in 1629, and its keep collapsed in 1799 following an earthquake.
Can you freely explore the château de Rieux?: The site is an outdoor set of ruins explored through an interpretation trail set up by the local commune.
Where is the château de Rieux located?: It stands on a rocky spur overlooking the Vilaine river, east of the village of Rieux in the Morbihan department.