Château de Fougères
Discover Fougères during a varied city walk that takes you past one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. Stroll through the historic city center with its half-timbered houses, charming squares, and narrow streets, and enjoy beautiful views of the castle along the way.
Château de Fougères and the historic city walk
Fougères is best discovered on foot. The city walk takes you not only to the impressive Château de Fougères, but also to the historic lower town and the elevated old city center. With its thirteen towers, ramparts, and deep moats, the castle is one of the largest and best-preserved medieval fortified castles in Europe.
The walk takes you past half-timbered houses, old city gates, churches, squares, and beautiful viewpoints. Along the way, you will discover how the castle and the city have been connected throughout the centuries. Take the time along the way for a cup of coffee or lunch on one of the cozy terraces.
Practical information
- Distance from La Cour de Haut: approximately 48 km
- Travel time: approximately 55 minutes
- Duration of the walk including castle visit: 3 to 5 hours
- Parking: free parking spaces within walking distance of the center
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- Photo: Johan Allard, used under CC BY-SA 4.0. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/