The Top 7 Castles around Mayenne
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 7
beautiful castles to choose from around Mayenne. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Mayenne. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Château de La Cour
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In the 12th century, the seigneury of Grazay was a vassal fief of the barony of Mayenne and belonged to the Courceriers. The castle appears to be a pleasure abode …
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Ruins of Bois Frou Castle
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The ruins of Château du Bois Frou in Lassay-les-Châteaux were built in the 16th century and it was once a magnificent residence with four towers, a fountain, a chapel and …
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Château de Mayenne
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Built on the site of a former Carolingian residence of the 10th century, the castle, which dominates the old town, is the emblematic monument of Mayenne. Most of the visible …
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Lassay-Les-Châteaux
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Small character town with its castles, rose garden, beautiful square and charming little streets ... perfect for a break
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View of the Château de Mayenne
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This castle was built in the 10th century. Half a century later, the castle became a garrison castle. 400 years later, it served as a prison in the 18th century. …
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Lassay Castle
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The castle dominates the village and the pond. It has been classified as a Historic Monument since 1862.
Built in its current form in 1458, it retains its eight towers, …
Built in its current form in 1458, it retains its eight towers, …
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Château de Bois Thibault
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It was built on an old feudal castle disappeared after the Hundred Years War and rests on a mound.
It was one of the most important castles in the Barony …
It was one of the most important castles in the Barony …
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