Guédelon is a “modest castle” in France, which authentic historical craftspeople are building. Stone is rarely used to bear weight in buildings today, but it was the best option in the 13th century.

NORTHERN BURGUNDY, France — Deep in a forest of France's Burgundy region, a group of enthusiasts is building a medieval castle the old-fashioned way — that is, with tools and methods from the late ...

Perched within the mouth of a cliffside cave, Predjama Castle defies expectations as much as gravity. Overlooking Slovenia’s ...

One might expect to find it perched atop a rocky outcrop somewhere between Carcassonne and the misty northern landscapes. Yet ...

From fortresses to ornate palaces, these structures are worth traveling for. This gorgeous medieval castle endured wars with little damage—in fact, it's looked pretty much the same since the late ...

These real medieval castles will transport you to a world filled with knights and princesses, legendary lore and inspiration for your daydreams Castles conjure up images of a romantic medieval past, ...

Ochre towers, lanes of golden granite climbing towards a ruined castle, and a handful of houses with carved windows: Castelo ...