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A visit to Chateau de Breze is different in that outside the chateau is probably more interesting than the inside! There is a guided tour, where an understanding of some French is an advantage, though even without it you will be impressed. Outside there is an incredible system of underground passages and tunnels to explore, and probably for the kids to get lost in – this is where the guide comes in handy! There are over 1 km of underground passages, housing everything from the largest underground bakery in France to an ice-house and a Son et Lumière show on the bare rock of one of the caverns. The château was transformed during the 16th and the 19th centuries. The current structure is Renaissance in style yet retains medieval elements. Today, it is the residence of descendants of the ancient lords. The château has been a listed ancient monument since 1960. All the excavations and underground work was apparently to provide a safe haven from marauding invaders but ironically during it's long history the chateau was never attacked!
If you have time you can take in a visit to the inside of the chateau --once you have found the kids again!
Although this time might be better spent in the wine cellars of the
chateau doing a bit of 'tasting' - your choice!.
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