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The most haunted castle in France is nestled not far from Bordeaux and hosts paranormal nights

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The Editor

Perched on the heights of Queaux, in the Vienne region, the Château de Fougeret has built a unique reputation: that of being the most haunted place in France. With unexplained phenomena, night tours, and intriguing testimonies, this 15th-century residence attracts curious visitors from all over the country each year - including those from Bordeaux, just a two-hour drive away.

For over a decade, Fougeret has become a must-visit spot for lovers of mysteries, heritage, and thrills. Classified as a historic monument, the castle offers guided tours, paranormal evenings, immersive nights, and even mediumship workshops, making it a true theater of the supernatural accessible to the general public.


A castle steeped in history… and spirits

Built in the 15th century and altered over the years, Fougeret was long left abandoned before being purchased by its current owners, who began restoring it and opened its doors to the public. Very soon, visitors reported whispers, footsteps on the stairs, fleeting silhouettes, and even feelings of presence in certain rooms. These phenomena caught the attention of ghost hunters, mediums, and then the media: Fougeret became the French symbol of embraced paranormal activity, with immersive sensation videos multiplying and the building's fame skyrocketing.


Immersive experiences to understand the unexplainable

The castle now offers several discovery formats :

  • Historical tours during the day to understand the evolution of the monument and the stories it holds ;

  • Supernatural vigils led by guides, where participants explore the reputedly most active rooms ;

  • Nights at the castle, for a total immersion in the atmosphere of the place ;

  • Workshops and conferences, aimed at enthusiasts...

understand the so-called "unconventional" phenomena.

The success is such that each date is fully booked several weeks, even months, in advance.


A site that has become a cultural phenomenon

What sets Fougeret apart, beyond the chills, is its status as a hybrid place: a monument under restoration, a family home, a research laboratory on the paranormal, and now a unique tourist destination. Its popularity far exceeds regional borders: visitors come from all over France to try and experience, or simply to observe, the phenomena that have made it legendary.

Address: Château de Fougeret, Fougeret, 86150 Queaux, France