– Castles

 
The Brittany (Bretagne) coast line, known as the Cotes-d’Armors, is incredible. Made out of granite, it made for natural defence against invaders, which is why you’ll find some incredible castles and fortresses here.

The ramparts (fortified walls) of Vannes, Brittany

Vannes – The Ramparts

The ramparts (fortified walls) of Vannes are near totally preserved over the centuries. There are not many of these left in France, and they can see seen from different angles. A highly recommended visit.

Brest Castle and Navy Museum

Brest – Chateau de Brest

The initial construction of the Brest Fortress/Castle started in the 3rd century.It is still one of the biggest fortresses in France, it’s still used by the French Navy and it’s the National Navy Museum… it’s definitely worth a visit.

Guildo Fortress ruins in Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer

Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer – Guildo Fortress

Built: 14th centuryStatus: Public (ruins)Visitable?: YesNotable: Web: Driving around the Brittany coastline you might just see some signs for the Guildo Castle. You’ll need to take a few country roads to get there, but once there you’ll see something pretty amazing. Located some 500 meters from the town and bridge are the ruins of a …

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Chateau de Kerduel in Pleumeur-Bodou, Brittany

Pleumeur-Bodou Castle – Chateau de Kerduel

Built: 12th centuryStatus: PrivateVisitable?: Sometimes, usually only the gardensNotable: –Web: – The castle located close to the city of Lannion in Brittany, the Chateau de Kerduel, is in the Pleumeur-Bodou area. The oldest part of the castle was built in the 12th century. Legend has it that King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table …

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Castle Kergrist at Ploubezre, Brittany

Ploubezre Castle – Chateau Kergrist

Built: 1400Status: PrivateVisitable?: Yes, castle and gardensNotable: –Web: Chateau Kergrist Sometimes taking a wrong turn on the country roads brings you deep inland, and to some very surprising scenery. One of them, after having taken a wrong turn in Brittany was this amazing castle; the Chateau Kergrist. Hidden away from big roads, this is a …

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The Castle of Costaeres on the coast of the Cote d'Armor in Brittany.

Tregastel Castle – Chateau de Costaeres

Built: 1896Status: PrivateVisitable?: YesNotable: Made out of pink granite, located a few meters of the coastline on an islandWeb: – The Cotes-d’Armor coastline around Perros-Guirec is rugged and made out of solid pink granite. This rocky surface made for great building materials for the construction of castles and fortresses. One of these castles can be …

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Fort-la-Latte fortress in Plevenon, Brittany

Plevenon Castle – Fort-La-Latte Fortress

Built: 1340Status: MuseumVisitable?: YesNotable: Used in many moviesWeb: Fort La Latte If the Fort-La-Latte castle looks familiar, it is. This fortress has been used in many historical movies (like The Vikings with Kirk Douglas). The Fort was built to protect the Brittany (Bretagne) coastline, including St. Malo and Dinard. The fortress is located on a …

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