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Château d'Apremont is a window into France’s royal and medieval past. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About Château d'Apremont
Château d'Apremont is a 16th-century castle located in the village of Apremont, in the department of Vendée, western France. It was built on the site of a 12th-century fortress and was transformed into a Renaissance castle by the architect Philibert Delorme in the 16th century. The castle has been listed as a historic monument since 1913. The castle is surrounded by a moat and is built of white stone. Its architecture combines the medieval style of the 12th century fortress and the Renaissance style of the 16th century castle. The castle has a rectangular plan with four towers, one at each corner. The towers have conical roofs with flagpoles. The entrance to the castle is through a drawbridge that spans the moat. The interior of the castle has been well-preserved and contains a variety of rooms, including a chapel, a great hall, and a library. The chapel has a beautiful stained glass window and a 16th-century altarpiece. The great hall is decorated with tapestries and has a large fireplace. The library has a collection of 17th and 18th-century books. The castle also has beautiful gardens that have been designed in the French style. The gardens contain a variety of plants, including fruit trees, flowers, and vegetables. The gardens have fountains, a pond, and a labyrinth. Today, the castle is open to the public and is a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the castle and its gardens and learn about its history through guided tours. The castle also hosts cultural events throughout the year, such as concerts and exhibitions.
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