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5 magnificent castles to visit near Nice

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The Castle of Carros:

Built in the Middle Ages, the oldest trace of this castle dates back to the 12th century. Today, it also houses an art gallery and exhibitions featuring over a hundred works by 130 artists from the Côte d'Azur!

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The Grimaldi Castle in Cagnes-sur-Mer:

Built in 1300 by the Grimaldi family, it was initially a fortress before being transformed in 1620 into a noble residence by the Baron Grimaldi of the time. Today, it is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

The Castle of Gourdon:

Its construction began in the 9th century and lasted until the 18th century! Perched at the top of a 760-meter-high cliff, it is surrounded by a large wall and hides a beautiful garden designed by Le Notre. It is now classified as a historical monument!

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The Queen Jeanne Castle in Guillaume:

Hidden in the backcountry of Nice, this castle is now in ruins but is undergoing massive renovations thanks to the Berne association.

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The Château de la Napoule:

Listed as a historical monument, the Château de la Napoule still retains its two medieval towers and its sumptuous gardens that you can visit as well. It stretches along the sea and the landscape is simply beautiful!