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The Top 10 Castles around Vannes

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 10

beautiful castles to choose from around Vannes. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Château de Suscinio

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Medieval castle which has been partly restored.
The visit is paying but it is worth the detour

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Château de Trédion

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The castle of Trédion which is more a manor than a real castle belonged to the Duchy of Brittany. The Dukes of Brittany came to hunt there because a large …

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Trécesson Castle

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The Château fort de Trecesson is private but can be visited. You just have to request it. It is a magnificent example of a Breton fortress built in red sandstone …

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Gatehouse of Château de Kerfily

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This imposing gatehouse has marked the entrance to Kerfily Castle since the 17th century. Decorated with a gate and a postern, we can see on the battlements the arms of the families of the past owners of the castle.

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Château de l'Hermine

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An 18th century mansion.

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Plessis-Josso Castle

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This mansion, known as Kastell ar Genkiz-Josoù in Breton, can only be visited in summer.
However, even only from the outside, it is worth a detour; indeed, very well preserved it still has its fortified enclosure.

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Château de Rochefort-en-Terre

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Great free self guided tour around the grounds using app or website 'Guidigo'. The chateau itself is not open to the public

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Route du Rohu

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The name of this must-see is incorrect: it is not the Suscinio castle which is further east.

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Château de Crévy

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Well preserved palace set in a large manicured park along the canal

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Rieux Castle

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Hello friends, at the edge of the ugly stop to visit the ruins of the castle which was the residence of the Breton kings

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The Top 10 Castles around Vannes

Château de Suscinio

Château de Trédion

Trécesson Castle

Gatehouse of Château de Kerfily

Château de l'Hermine

Plessis-Josso Castle

Château de Rochefort-en-Terre

Route du Rohu

Château de Crévy

Rieux Castle

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Most popular routes around Vannes

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