Château de Blanquefort

Château de Blanquefort is a ruined castle in the commune of Blanquefort in the Gironde département of France.[1]

Château de Blanquefort

Description

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The castle stands on a spur overlooking the Briolance valley. A classic period dwelling occupies the site though most of the buildings date from the Middle Ages, including a keep and gatehouse (13th century), a gun tower (15th century) and two lowered towers (12th and 13th centuries), incorporated into the house.[1]

The castle is private property. It has been listed since 2008 as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Ministry of Culture: Château de Blanquefort (in French)
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44°54′04″N 0°37′48″W / 44.90111°N 0.63000°W / 44.90111; -0.63000