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Chateau Plessis-Bourré, Pays de la Loire, travel guide
The chateau is found to the north of Angers, in the Maine-et-Loire department.
The Chateau Plessis-Bourre was constructed between 1468-1472 by Jean Bourré (advisor to King Louis XI).
It is unusual in design, because it falls partly as defensive structure, for example with a moat, drawbridges, and corner towers; and partly as a building constructed for pleasure - seen mostly in the decor of the interior.
The highlight of a visit, apart from the overall external view and setting of the castle, is perhaps the magnificent carved and painted ceiling in the Salle des Gardes in the chateau.
Due to its setting and 'authenticity' - the castle has working drawbridges, a moat, dungeons etc and is unchanged from the time of its construction - it has featured in several period films.
Chateau Plessis-Bourré: tourist information, map, travel plans and gites
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Places to visit - Chateau Plessis-Bourré
- Angers Place
- Chateau d'Angers Chateau
- Chateau de Brissac Chateau
- Chateau Plessis-Bourre Loire chateau
Any places listed above are within about 20-25 km (as the crow flies)
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