Château de Commequiers, Commequiers

Name: Château de Commequiers
Address: Commequiers, France

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The Château de Commequiers is a castle in Commequiers in Vendée, France. The original location and time of construction of the original castle is unknown. Some scholars claim it may have been built in the 11th century, at the same time as the châteaux of La Chaize-le-Vicomte and Tiffauges, under the commission of the Viscount of Thouars, who had influence over what are today the northern parts of Vendée. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 52 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 46°45'59"N, 1°49'53"W

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Château de Commequiers – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Château d'Apremont, Jardin des Olfacties, Château de La Vérie, Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie.

4.4 miE
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