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The Top 20 Castles in Vendée

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 20

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

Last updated: November 13, 2025

The Old Castle

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Standing on a rocky outcrop that is flush with the ocean, the fortress has been standing since the 14th century. At the dawn of the Hundred Years War, it was …

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Noirmoutier Castle

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The first traces of the castle date back to 830. It was used to defend the monks and the population of the island from Viking attacks. It was extensively rebuilt …

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Boistissandeau Castle

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This castle has a rich history of use as private property, as a place of scientific experimentation in the 18th century, and even as a place of refuge for young …

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Tiffauges Castle

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The thick walls and 18 towers clinging tightly to the granite spur protected the fortress from enemy attacks to this day.
In the castle built in the 12th century, the …

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Butière Castle

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Formerly the manor of the Lords of Montaigu, this private 16th century granite castle has belonged to the same family since the beginning of the 18th century. During the Revolution, …

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Logis de la Chabotterie

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High place of the Vendée wars, since it was the scene of the last moments of the epic of the Vendée general Charette, which marks the end of the conflict …

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Château Saint-Clair

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Medieval Village of Vouvant

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Absolutely gorgeous medieval fortified town built on a hillside overlooking a river. Remains of the castle walls and keep, lovely church, plus art galleries, cafes and great walks around the cobbled streets and surrounding parklands.

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Roches Baritaud Castle

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Using moats and fortifications from the 11th century, this castle was built in the 15th century. It has long belonged to the Châteaubriand family from which the famous writer descends. …

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Torfou Valley

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With the castle and the meeting of the Crûme and the Sèvre Nantaise, this small valley is full of fantastic landscapes to explore.

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Château d'Apremont

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Magnificent village with a superb castle and a superb church! If you are in the area do not hesitate...

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The Top 20 Castles in Vendée

The Old Castle

Noirmoutier Castle

Boistissandeau Castle

Tiffauges Castle

Butière Castle

Logis de la Chabotterie

Château Saint-Clair

Medieval Village of Vouvant

Roches Baritaud Castle

Torfou Valley

Château d'Apremont

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