Château de Langeais

Château de Langeais

Château de Langeais is situated in the central region of France’s Loire Valley, on the border between the Indre-et-Loire and Maine-et-Loire departments. It is made up of two sections: the Tour Foulques Nerra and the Château de Louis XI. The Tour Foulques Nerra is the oldest tower in France, and the Château de Louis XI features a blend of two different architectural styles—the side facing the city showcases medieval French architecture, while the courtyard side displays influences of Renaissance art.

Built in the 15th century, Château de Langeais is a typical defensive fortress. Its defensive features are primarily embodied in the massive tower at the entrance and a still-functioning drawbridge. The castle was completed in the latter half of the 15th century, yet its façade differs from the overall style of the structure, exhibiting an elegant Renaissance design. Opposite the castle, there are gardens that were created during various construction periods, including those commissioned by builders such as Foulques Nerra and the Count of Anjou...

Inside the vast castle, although well-preserved portcullises and drawbridges can still be seen, the interior decoration was entirely revamped in the Renaissance style under the orders of Louis XI in the 15th century. Many rooms in the castle feature luxurious and valuable 15th- and 16th-century tapestries. In 1491, King Charles VIII of France and Princess Anne of Brittany held their grand wedding here. Today, the wedding hall houses a special set of wax figures recreating the scene of that historic ceremony.

Château de Langeais

Must-visit reason: France’s oldest tower

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: France[France]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Centre Region [Centre Region]