Chateau Plessis-Bourre
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.
See a more detailed article about Chateau Plessis-Bourré in our French Castles section.
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Places to visit near Chateau Plessis-Bourre, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Chateau Plessis-Bourre.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
15 km: Angers (Town with castle) 26 km: Angers airport (airport) 15 km: Chateau d'Angers (castle) 29 km: Chateau de Brissac (castle)
See also Chateau Plessis-Bourre (version Francais)
