Monts-sur-Guesnes

In the country of Aliénor d'Aquitaine, this hotspot of Poitou combines rich heritage and charm of nature. Highest point of the Loudunais, the city of Monts-sur-Guesnes grew up around its castle. From the feudal mound of the twelfth century a fortified castle was developed, decorated with Renaissance parts around 1500, period of splendour of the Lords of Monts. Its illustrious owners include the Odart, the Brilhac and the Frézeau de la Frézelière, brilliant soldiers under Louis XIV. The hexagonal tower houses a staircase decorated with a magnificent carved frieze classified Historical Monuments representing scenes of hunting. Live the epic adventure of this castle that will escape destruction in the 20th century to become an innovative tourist site, nestled in the heart of a picturesque village.