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The Top 20 Castles in Orne

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 Orne. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 28, 2025

Domfront — Medieval Town

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The village of Domfront, which today hosts 3500 inhabitants, was a medieval city rich in history.

Half-timbered houses, superb mansions and the fortified wall surround the 12th century keep.

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Carrouges Castle

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Seven centuries of history. Carrouges was first in the 14th century a stronghold of the Hundred Years War (dungeon). It became a stately home in the 15th century (Blosset wing), …

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Bellême

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In the heart of Perche, Bellême, a medieval village, is full of charm. Its location, on a hill, and its proximity to the forest that bears its name, make it …

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Château de Couterne

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Couterne Castle is a 16th century castle which was the home of Jehan de Frotté, chancellor of Marguerite de Navarre. The castle is surrounded by a 20 hectare park with …

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Castle of the Dukes of Alençon

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The castle of the Dukes of Alençon is an old fortified castle, from the end of the 12th century. Its remains stand in the heart of the French commune of …

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Rânes Castle

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The construction of this castle, one of the most important in the region, began in 1404. There remains from this period the battlement with battlements and machicolations, accessible to visitors. …

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Château de Flers

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Flers Castle in Villeneuve-d'Ascq is a 17th century castle surrounded by a beautiful park with an artificial lake and a forest. You can explore the castle museum, which displays paintings, …

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Rabodanges Castle

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Rabodange Castle and its stud farm next to it.
Possibility to visit the park.

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Château de Gacé

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It was rebuilt in the 14th century after the devastation of the Hundred Years War1.

The large towers were built in the 15th century. The north facade was built in …

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Monthimer Castle

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A little outside the village, on the edge of the Bellême forest, is the Château de Monthimer. Its origin raises many questions.
Isolated in front of the castle, the circular …

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The Top 20 Castles in Orne

Domfront — Medieval Town

Carrouges Castle

Bellême

Château de Couterne

Castle of the Dukes of Alençon

Rânes Castle

Château de Flers

Rabodanges Castle

Château de Gacé

Monthimer Castle

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