Home Destinations Europe France Brittany Sights Château des Ducs de Bretagne

Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne Review

Read our Brittany sights reviews. Or post your own.

Château des Ducs de Bretagne

Fodor's Review:

Built by the dukes of Brittany, who had no doubt that Nantes belonged in their domain, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne is a massive, well-preserved 15th-century fortress with a moat. François II, the duke responsible for building most of it, led a hedonistic life here, surrounded by ministers, chamberlains, and an army of servants. Numerous monarchs later stayed in the castle, where in 1598 Henri IV signed the famous Edict of Nantes advocating religious tolerance. The castle reopened in February 2007 after extensive renovations.

  • Cost: EUR 5
  • Open: Wed.-Mon. 10-6
Find more sights in Brittany »

Member Reviews and Ratings

Be the first to review this property

Get Advice From Other Travelers

Visit the Travel Talk forums for help on planning your trip



Get the Fodor's Newsletter

For more travel ideas, tips, and deals, sign up for the Fodor's newsletter here. Read the current issue. Browse previous issues.




Copyright © 2009 Fodor's Travel, a division of Random House, Inc.