Is Tour Roland an original medieval monument?

No, it is a modern reconstruction of a motte and bailey, built from 2011 onwards as part of an experimental archaeology project, on the site of a documented 12th century motte.

Where is Tour Roland located?

It is located in Lassigny, in the Oise department.

What can visitors see on site?

A reconstructed motte and bailey castle, illustrating 12th century castle architecture.

Tour Roland

Lassigny

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Tickets and prices

Adult: €8
Child: Free

Free for les moins de 6 ans ; entrée gratuite le 20 Septembre (Journées européennes du patrimoine)

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Where: Lassigny

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Tour Roland stands in Lassigny (Oise), in the Hauts-de-France region of France. Adult admission costs 8 EUR. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Tour Roland, in Lassigny in the Oise department, is the reconstruction of a 12th century motte and bailey castle, complete with an outer court. The site is a project of experimental archaeology: the wood and earth structure was rebuilt starting in 2011 using materials and techniques believed to match those of the medieval period, on the location of a motte documented in historical sources.

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What to know

This is a modern reconstruction, not an original medieval remain.
The site is located in Lassigny, in the Oise department.
The rebuilding project began in 2011.
No verified information is available on opening times or admission fees.

Practical information

Opening hours

Dimanche 26 Avril, Dimanche 17 Mai, Dimanche 14 Juin, Dimanche 12 Juillet, Dimanche 20 Septembre: 14h00-18h00
Dimanche 28 Juin (fête médiévale): 10h00-18h00

Prices

Adult: €8
Child: Free

Free for les moins de 6 ans ; entrée gratuite le 20 Septembre (Journées européennes du patrimoine)

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

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Where this château is

Lassigny · Oise · Hauts-de-France

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Lassigny, Oise

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Tour Roland: how much is admission?: Adult admission is €8. Child: free. Free for: les moins de 6 ans ; entrée gratuite le 20 Septembre (Journées européennes du patrimoine).
Is Tour Roland an original medieval monument?: No, it is a modern reconstruction of a motte and bailey, built from 2011 onwards as part of an experimental archaeology project, on the site of a documented 12th century motte.
Where is Tour Roland located?: It is located in Lassigny, in the Oise department.
What can visitors see on site?: A reconstructed motte and bailey castle, illustrating 12th century castle architecture.