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Château de Dourdan

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Château de Dourdan

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    January 26, 2022

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    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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    August 2, 2025

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    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.

    August 2, 2025

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    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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    1. Tree with Exposed Roots – Preserved Sand Quarry loop from Dourdan

    17.5km

    04:42

    220m

    220m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 100 m

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    Location: Dourdan, Étampes, Ile-de-France, France

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