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Château de Noirmoutier
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Château de Noirmoutier

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Situated on the Island of Noirmoutier, this 12th-century castle symbolizes the military past of the Vendée coast.

Timeline, heritage and stories

Heritage

The Château de Noirmoutier served as a crucial defense point against English attacks and civil wars throughout the history of France. Today, it hosts one of the best-preserved keeps in the Vendée region and contains a museum shedding light on the island's history.

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