combined with modern entrepreneurship keep the Château de Montmelas going. To this day it is inhabited by descendants of the Marquis de Montmelas Jehan Arod. The castle was built in the 10th century as a garrison, a function that it must have filled formidably as it sits strategically on top of the hill overlooking eight departements. On clear days, we were told, it is even possible to see the Mont Blanc, which is about 230 km away.
The castle is situated in the Rhônes-Alpes region of France. The name means somtehing along the lines of "apple orchard hill".
In the 19th century when all things medieval were en vogue the castle was renovated by the architect Louis Dupasquier. However the owners ran out of money at some point and so, in the words of our guide, "escaped the worst".
Part of the stables are rental apartments and the castle has its own vineyard. In 2009 the tower was converted into a Gîte that sleeps eight people.
Have a look at the pictures on the castle website. I love the winter shots!
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