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Fred Urrutia
January 26, 2022
Hiking
The Château de Dourdan is an old fortified castle dating from the 13th century. The remains stand in the former province of Hurepoix, the current town of Dourdan in the …
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•Migdał
August 2, 2025
Hiking
Dourdan Castle is a 13th-century fortress built by King Philip Augustus between 1220-1222, representing the pinnacle of "Philippian" military architecture with its square plan, defensive towers, and isolated donjon.
The castle holds significant historical importance as the birthplace of Hugh Capet, the first Capetian king of France, whose father built an earlier wooden fortress on the site. Throughout its history, the castle served various roles including royal residence, hunting lodge, prison, and military barracks before being restored as a historical monument in 1964.
The castle holds significant historical importance as the birthplace of Hugh Capet, the first Capetian king of France, whose father built an earlier wooden fortress on the site. Throughout its history, the castle served various roles including royal residence, hunting lodge, prison, and military barracks before being restored as a historical monument in 1964.
Migdał
August 2, 2025
Hiking
The fortress once held up to 300 prisoners simultaneously, as recorded in revolutionary period prison registers when it served as a royal prison.
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17.5km
04:42
220m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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04:03
190m
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11.3km
03:04
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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