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Guédelon Medieval Building Site
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Michelin Guide
Well worth the diversions
Civil and military monument
The Michelin Guide's review
In 1997 this former quarry in the middle of the forest became the setting for a unique project to build a castle using the technical means of the 13C. No bulldozers or lorries: instead, horse- and ox-drawn carts laden with stone, wood and sand. No cranes; instead the ingenious lifting systems of the time. Stonemasons, blacksmiths and carpenters all work according to traditional methods. The stone-cutting workshop will interest children in particular.
Practical information
+33 3 86 45 66 66
Location
D 955
89520 Treigny
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