Roquebrune castle

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Château de Roquebrune-Cap-Martin stands in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin (Alpes-Maritimes), in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century, 16th century). Adult admission costs 5 EUR. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Standing at the heart of the village of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, this medieval castle is also known as the Grimaldi castle. It dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was built to defend the area against Saracen raids. Listed as a historic monument, the building illustrates the defensive architecture typical of its era along the coast of the Alpes-Maritimes.

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What to know

• The castle stands in the village of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, in the Alpes-Maritimes.
• The building dates from the Middle Ages and is listed as a historic monument.
• No reliable information on opening hours, admission fees or accessibility is currently available.
• Visiting involves walking through the hillside village's narrow streets, which means some sloped terrain.

Practical information

Visit duration

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Wheelchair access

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Dogs

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Parking

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Where this château is

Roquebrune-Cap-Martin · Alpes-Maritimes · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Address

place William Ingram, 06190 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

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Château phone number

+33 4 89 24 10 42

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Heritage status

Registered historic monument (inscrit)

Mérimée record PA00080819

Period of construction

12th century, 16th century

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Frequently asked

Roquebrune castle: how much is admission?

Adult admission is €5. Child: €3.

Is Roquebrune castle also called Grimaldi castle?

Yes, it is also known by this name, linked to the family associated with the region's history.

When was Roquebrune castle built?

It dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was built to defend the territory against Saracen raids.

Is Roquebrune castle protected as a historic monument?

Yes, it is listed as a historic monument.

Sources

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

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• Wikidata Q1013727
• Mérimée PA00080819
• Official website

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