There are some extraordinary places to stay in France including hotels within fortified castles such as:-
Chateau Fort de Sedan (08 Ardennes. Champagne-Ardennes) is a unique medieval fortress and is the largest in Europe (35,000 square metres) open to the public all year round. The Hôtel Le Château Fort is within the walls of the castle, yet has modern accommodation and facilities
At Blaye(33 Gironde, Aquitaine) there is a hotel within the Vauban Citadelle – Logis Hotel de la Citadelle. Within the town of Blaye and with views across the River Garonne to the Medoc. (there is also a ferry across the river (vehicle and pedestrian). There is a wine festival 12-13 April 2014 within the walls of the Citadelle where local winemakers offer tastings of their wines.
updated: April 2, 2014Chateau Fort de Sedan (08 Ardennes. Champagne-Ardennes) is a unique medieval fortress and is the largest in Europe (35,000 square metres) open to the public all year round. The Hôtel Le Château Fort is within the walls of the castle, yet has modern accommodation and facilities
At Blaye(33 Gironde, Aquitaine) there is a hotel within the Vauban Citadelle – Logis Hotel de la Citadelle. Within the town of Blaye and with views across the River Garonne to the Medoc. (there is also a ferry across the river (vehicle and pedestrian). There is a wine festival 12-13 April 2014 within the walls of the Citadelle where local winemakers offer tastings of their wines.
