Castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape
The Castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a château located in the town of the same name in southeastern France. Its presence has dominated the landscape around the village and its renowned vineyards for more than 800 years.
| Castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape | |
|---|---|
Château de Châteauneuf-du-Pape | |
Location of Castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in France | |
| Former names | castellum de Leri, Costro Npvo Chateauneuf de l'Hers (1200s) |
| General information | |
| Status | partially standing |
| Architectural style | Gothic |
| Location | Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France |
| Address | 18 Rue Carmagnole |
| Country | France |
| Coordinates | 44°03′27″N 004°49′47″E |
| Construction started | 1317 |
| Completed | 1333 |
| Destroyed | Partially in 1940, during WWII |
| Client | John XXII |
| Technical details | |
| Floor area | 3 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Hugues de Patras Raymond d'Ébrard Guillaume Coste |
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