WIP · World in Pocket

Château de Rauzan

Rauzan, Italy

Château de Rauzan

Château de Rauzan is a castle in the French commune of Rauzan, in the Gironde département of France. Built by John Lackland, Duke of Normandy (1199–1204), Duke of Guyenne (1199–1216) and King of England (1199–1216), the castle was built on a rock occupied since ancient times. During the Hundred Year

s' War (1337–1453), the castle was captured twice by the French. It has been listed since 1862 as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture. From 1970, the commune of Rauzan, owner since 1900, and lovers of medieval architecture, have undertaken work of clearing and restoration.

Listen to the audio guide for Château de Rauzan Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off

Nearby