Château de Trécesson
A 15th-century castle built of red schist, reflected in its moat, with a legend of a ghostly 'White Bride.'
The Château de Trécesson stands on the southern edge of the forest, in Concoret. It was built in the 15th century from local purple-red schist and is surrounded by a moat, where the gatehouse tower's reflection makes a striking photo. The castle is known for the ghost story of the 'White Bride,' who was said to have been buried alive. It is one of Brittany's most famous haunted castles. The castle is privately owned, so visitors can generally only view the exterior from the entrance and the pond's edge, though occasional events are held in summer. It's a good stop for photos along a driving route.
Opening hours
Exterior viewable; interior generally closed to visitors
Nearby sights
- Val sans Retour & Arbre d'Or
- Fontaine de Barenton
- Paimpont Abbey & Lake
- Brocéliande Forest (Forêt de Paimpont)
- Château de Comper (Centre de l'Imaginaire Arthurien)
- Tombeau de Merlin
- Bécherel, Cité du Livre
- Portes Mordelaises