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The World’s 100 Best Castles & Fortresses

Château de Fougères

Fougères, France

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CASTLES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 25 2026
Château de Fougères

Medieval fortress in the town of Fougères, Brittany, with towers, ramparts and walls around a large courtyard. Visitors walk the ramparts, climb several towers and watch trebuchet and crossbow demonstrations.

Highlights

  • Mélusine Tower
  • Desnos Tower
  • Ramparts with town views

Good to know

  • Tickets bought at the separate ticket office
  • Audio guide included; guided tours cost extra
  • Many steps, some uneven; wear good shoes

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