Located in the Loire Valley, in Brézé near Saumur, Château de Brézé is a small, dry-moated castle. The current structure is Renaissance in style, yet retains medieval elements including a drawbridge and a 12th-century troglodytic basement.
Originally dating from 1060, the château was transformed during the 16th and 19th centuries. It was probably constructed as a refuge and shelter from Viking raids. The castle's cellars contain 3 km (2 mi) of galleries, with 1 km (0.6 mi) currently accessible. These spaces include living areas, a bakery, storage areas, and livestock areas.
The château is a listed ancient monument and remains the residence of descendants of the ancient lords. The estate includes 30 ha (70 acres) of vineyards where a range of wines is produced.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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