The motte-and-bailey castle of the 11th century in Montreuil-l'Argillé

The château de Montreuil-l'Argillé is an ancient motte-and-bailey castle from the 11th century. The remains of this castle, partially inscribed as a historical monument by a decree on September 18, 1989, are located in the commune of Montreuil-l'Argillé, in the Eure department, Normandy. Heugon, a potent knight, initially held the castle. Heugon also held castles of l'Aigle, Échauffour, and la Roche-Mabile, but passed them through marriage in 1025 to Géré or Giroie, a noble of high Frank and Breton descent. Géré or Giroie was an ally of the Bellême family and a vassal of the Count of Mayenne, holding the castles of Montaigu and Saint-Céneri-le-Géré. The château de Montreuil-l'Argillé is shrouded in mystery, yet it conveys a sense of history and power that still captivates visitors today.

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