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Châteaux of Bretagne

Every château we have recorded in Bretagne, from the most visited to the most confidential, with what we know of their opening hours and prices.

We record 661 castles, manor houses and strongholds in Bretagne, spread across 438 towns and villages. 91 of them are listed historic monuments, the highest level of protection in French heritage law. The dominant period is the renaissance, with 271 buildings. We know the opening hours of 43 of them, and we show the date on which we checked.

The most visited, with 4,922 reviews, is château de Vitré (Vitré).

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Frequently asked

How many châteaux can you visit in Bretagne?
We record 661 in Bretagne, across 438 towns and villages. Not all are open: many are private properties we list for their heritage interest, and the entry says so when we know.
Which is the most visited château in Bretagne?
château de Vitré, in Vitré, with 4,922 visitor reviews. Actual footfall is the measure, not an editorial ranking.
How many are listed historic monuments in Bretagne?
91 out of 661. Listing is the highest level of protection in French heritage law; every entry links to its official record in the Mérimée database.
Where can I find opening hours?
On each entry. We know the hours of 43 châteaux in this list, read from their official website or their business listing, with the date we last checked shown.

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