Fortress in Haute Provence
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Guardian of the gates of Verdon, the Trigance fortress also watches over its chivalrous history.
From its rocky spur, the medieval Château de Trigance watches over the gates of Verdon and its wild landscape, just as it did from the 13th century, guarding the inhabitants who gathered at its feet. Its past still holds some secrets.
For some, the monks of the Abbey of Saint-Victor in Marseille would have built this fortress of meditation in the 9th century, while others believe that the château was not constructed until later in the 11th century. With its chivalrous history -rich as it should be until the Revolution- the fortress takes us on the trail of the Templars. A journey through time in Dracénie begins as soon as you step through the door: canopy bed, wall tapestry, and coat of arms, the 8 rooms and suites of the fortress await only a modern-day knight.
Having breakfast -served until 11 am- on the crenellated terrace overlooking the village is a must because the site is exceptional. Between fragrant hills and Provençal light, the village is picturesque for those who love stepped alleys, vaulted passages, wells, and several chapels, including the parish church of St. Michael (15th century) with its square bell tower.
All the charm of a perched Provençal village just 20 minutes from the fabulous Verdon Gorges.
✯ Open from mid-April to late October ✯
From its rocky spur, the medieval Château de Trigance watches over the gates of Verdon and its wild landscape, just as it did from the 13th century, guarding the inhabitants who gathered at its feet. Its past still holds some secrets.
For some, the monks of the Abbey of Saint-Victor in Marseille would have built this fortress of meditation in the 9th century, while others believe that the château was not constructed until later in the 11th century. With its chivalrous history -rich as it should be until the Revolution- the fortress takes us on the trail of the Templars. A journey through time in Dracénie begins as soon as you step through the door: canopy bed, wall tapestry, and coat of arms, the 8 rooms and suites of the fortress await only a modern-day knight.
Having breakfast -served until 11 am- on the crenellated terrace overlooking the village is a must because the site is exceptional. Between fragrant hills and Provençal light, the village is picturesque for those who love stepped alleys, vaulted passages, wells, and several chapels, including the parish church of St. Michael (15th century) with its square bell tower.
All the charm of a perched Provençal village just 20 minutes from the fabulous Verdon Gorges.
✯ Open from mid-April to late October ✯
Château de Trigance
Route du Château
83840 Trigance, France
Tel : +33 (0)4 94 76 91 18
Fax : +33 (0)4 94 85 68 99
From 160 EURRoute du Château
83840 Trigance, France
Tel : +33 (0)4 94 76 91 18
Fax : +33 (0)4 94 85 68 99
Pricing details
Rates 2019, per night for 2 in a double room with valley view.Breakfast on the panoramic terrace, €14.50
..:: Rates per night for two ::..
(depending on the season)
✦ 2 Superior Double Rooms, from €160 to €180
✦ The Tower, from €190 to €210
✦ 2 Junior Suites with private terrace (2 adults and 2 children), from €205 to €230
5 rooms and Suites are all equipped with a four-poster bed, period furniture, and wall tapestries. Overlooking the village or the valley, they all include an LCD TV and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi connection. Please note, not accessible to persons with reduced mobility.
You can also have lunch and dinner at the Château de Trigance
Lunch on the terrace or dinner in the weapons room, under the impressive 11th-century Saracen dry-stone vault. Menus between €28 and €52 (€12 and €18 for children)
Note: All prices are provided for informational purposes only and must be confirmed directly with the establishment.
Comments
12 km from the Artuby Bridge, a bungee jumping spot, 182m high!44 km North of Draguignan, 1h30 from Manosque, Cannes, just under 2 hours from Aix en Provence.
