60 artisans, 20 years and counting: The castle being built like it’s 1230
A French historical experiment began building a medieval castle in 1997. Skilled craftspeople use only hand tools and traditional methods for construction. This remarkable project
A French historical experiment began building a medieval castle in 1997. Skilled craftspeople use only hand tools and traditional methods for construction. This remarkable project has become a major tourist attraction and research center. Workers learn by studying ruins and experimenting with historical techniques. The castle remains unfinished after over twenty-five years of dedicated work.