Guise castle is a medieval fortification in the town of Guise, located in northern France. Originally constructed as an early medieval wooden motte and bailey castle, it was later rebuilt with local stones and massively expanded between the 12th and 16th centuries.
The castle is dominated by its keep and features one of Northern Europe's biggest bastions, which was allowed by the dukes of Guise in the 16th century. In the late 17th century, it was remodelled by Marquis de Vauban to defend against the latest advances in siege technology.
Much of the castle was reduced to rubble during the First World War. However, from 1952 onwards, the site has been undergoing restoration by the Club du Vieux Manoir. Today, the site serves as a popular tourist attraction on high ground on the west bank of the river Oise.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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