The fortress of Montrond (classified as a Historic Monument since 1988), owned by the City of Saint-Amand-Montrond (Cher), is the only bastioned fortification built in central France.
Its origins date back to the 13th century.
Its origins date back to the 13th century.
Description
Botanical trail made up of 23 remarkable trees The fortress of Montrond, in Saint-Amand-Montrond (Cher) is the only bastioned fortification built in central France. Located on an isolated limestone hillock, at the confluence of two rivers, the first fortified enclosure, with a large circular keep, dates back to the beginning of the 13th century. Heavily modified, the castle was enlarged, then transformed into a fortress by Henri II de Bourbon-Condé, father of the "Grand Condé" in 1621. The latter had a powerful network of bastioned fortifications built. Guided tours of the fortress in July and August from Tuesday to Sunday at 10 am, 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm. Reservation recommended. Open all year round for groups by appointment.
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opening
| Opening hours from 01 July to 31 August 2025 | |
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| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
price
| Pricing | Min. | Max. |
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| Full adult price | 0 € | 5 € |
| Other rates | 0 € | 3 € |
| Other rates | 0 € | 7 € |
| Other rates | 0 € | 5 € |
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