Chateau de tichemont

Old "fortified house, tower and fortress" of the Duke of Bar. Several times modified and transformed into a pleasure castle, but it retained its fortified place special feature: a moat which encircles the castle, double surrounding walls, different towers (tower-porch), counterscarp, scarp, and first ramparts. It owns one of the largest terraced gardens of Lorraine which still retains its original retaining structures (1702) linked by 4 monumental staircases (Inventory of Historical Monuments). Open in June: Weekend and public holidays - from July to September: Every day except on Mondays. Guided tours 2.30pm/3.30pm/4.30pm - Groups on appointment every day - 3€ - Child (6 to 15 years old) 2€ - Groups (at least 10) 2€/person. Educational visits on request. The visit includes a "heraldic exhibition" (study of blazoning arms).