The Top 12 Castles around Fontain
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 12
beautiful castles to choose from around Fontain. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Fontain. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 18, 2025
The greenway along the Doubs offers a superb view of the citadel of Besançon. This masterpiece by Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, military engineer to Louis XIV, is listed as …
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The Citadelle de Besançon is an impressive fortress located on Mont Saint-Étienne, high above the city of Besançon.
Construction of the Citadelle began in 1668 under the direction of the …
Construction of the Citadelle began in 1668 under the direction of the …
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Here you get a good idea of the size of the citadel.
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Montfaucon Castle has dominated Besançon, on its rocky outcrop, since the 11th century.
Of historical interest, the castle also offers the brave who have climbed up there a very beautiful panorama of the city.
Of historical interest, the castle also offers the brave who have climbed up there a very beautiful panorama of the city.
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The Tour Saint-Denis is part of the Château de Scey, which was erected on a rocky outcrop separating the Loue valley and the Valbois ravine.
The castle is compartmentalized into …
The castle is compartmentalized into …
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