Famous site of the battle pitting Protestants against Catholics in the royal army in 1569. This 11th-century keep, built by Foulques Nerra, was used as an outpost at Mirebeau and to protect the citadel at Loudun.
The view from 25 metres up is breathtaking!
Self-guided tours limited to groups of no more than 10 people
Moncontour is one of France’s Green Resorts
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- Languages English, French