France’s countless castles reveal a fragmented medieval past. Here’s the real reason so many were built. #francehistory #chateau #savingcastles | Saving Castles

Many medieval castles hid escape tunnels disguised as drains or postern doors. Here’s what we discovered filming dozens of castles across France. | Saving Castles

✨Here is how you visit …✨ Kasteel Ooidonk is my absolute favorite castle in Belgium. It’s still privately owned and until recently only the gardens were open to the public. ❣️ 🫶 These days the interior of the castle can now also be visited on select days of the week! 🕰️ WHEN TO VISIT 🕰️ 🍀 Gardens: Tuesday to Sunday from 09.30 to 18.00 🏰 Interior: From April first to November first the castle can be visited every Sunday from 14.00 to 17.30. Visits are only permitted with a guide! In July and