Château des Ducs de Bretagne

Château des Ducs de Bretagne

Château des Ducs de Bretagne is a large castle located in Nantes, in France’s Pays de la Loire region. This magnificent white schist-clad castle is the last along the Loire River before it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The majestic and splendid buildings from the 15th and 17th centuries seem to magically transport you back in time, allowing you to relive the glory of the past.

The Château des Ducs de Bretagne was built in the 15th century by Duke François II and his daughter, replacing the ducal residence that had stood on Gallo-Roman walls two centuries earlier. It has witnessed the historical changes of Nantes and all of Brittany. This weathered Château des Ducs de Bretagne stands proudly in the city center, showcasing its incomparable cultural heritage. Since 1862, it has been classified as a historical monument. The fortress and palace, designated as historical monuments, seem to tell stories of former grandeur and showcase the brilliance of architectural art. The castle, situated in the heart of the city, was originally built as a military fortress.

Today, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne houses the Nantes History Museum, which is at the forefront of contemporary museology. A variety of multimedia tools bring the museum’s 850 treasured collections to life. From the dukes' city-state to today’s bustling metropolis, it paints “a portrait of the city” for Nantes.

Château des ducs de Bretagne

Must-visit reason: One of the most magnificent castles along the Loire River

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

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

Province/State where the attraction is located: Pays de la Loire Region [Pays de la Loire Region]

City where the attraction is located: Nantes [Nantes]