Historical Period: 12th-Century Medieval
1100–1199 AD: High medieval fortresses, moated ramparts, and defensive stone watchtowers.
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Château de Vault-de-Lugny
Surrounded by water moats, 100-acre parklands with grazing horses, and a 1-Michelin-starred restaurant serving produce from the castle’s biodynamic organic…
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Castillo de Monda
Perched high above a white village near Marbella, this Moorish fortress hotel combines Andalusian heritage with panoramic Mediterranean mountain views,…
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Castello di Ripa d’Orcia
Standing guard over the breathtaking Val d’Orcia gorge, this medieval fortress village has been held by the noble Aluffi Pentolini…
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Ashford Castle
Once the private home of the Guinness family, Ireland’s most iconic five-star castle hotel sits on 350 acres on the…
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Château de Bagnols
A monumental 13th-century fortified moated château in the rolling Beaujolais vineyards, featuring stone drawbridges, dry moats, Renaissance frescoes, and 1-Michelin-starred…
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COMO Castello Del Nero
A 12th-century castle in the heart of Chianti with original Renaissance frescoes, 1-Michelin-starred La Torre dining, COMO Shambhala holistic retreat,…
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Castello Banfi Il Borgo
Perched atop a hill dominating Brunello di Montalcino vineyards, this 12th-century fortress features 1-Michelin-starred La Sala dei Grappoli, Balsameria vinegar…
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Château de Mercuès
Former summer residence of the Counts-Bishops of Cahors perched on a rocky promontory overlooking the Lot Valley, with 1-Michelin-starred dining…
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Castello di Petroia
Birthplace of the legendary Renaissance Duke Federico da Montefeltro, featuring original medieval watchtower battlements, candlelit dining under the stars, and…
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Roch Castle
A 12th-century Norman stronghold sitting high on a volcanic rocky outcrop with 360-degree panoramic views over St Brides Bay and…
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