Gate of the old castle

  • Historic site and monument
  • Historic patrimony
  • Door
Porte de l’ancien château, 06670 Levens
The first feudal castle was more of an aristocratic house. The village grew up around this castle, on a rocky outcrop that was easy to defend and had ramparts dating from the late 13th and 14th centuries.
The gates were removed in 1622 by order of Charles-Emmanuel, Duke of Savoy. He ordered the ramparts to be destroyed and the gates removed in retaliation against César Grimaldi, the Lord of Levens and his vassal.

Openings

Openings

All year 2025 - Open everyday

Location

Location

Gate of the old castle
Porte de l’ancien château, 06670 Levens

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Village centre
  • 10 - 20 min walk to bus stop
Updated on 10 March 2025 at 15:08
by Office de Tourisme Métropolitain Nice Côte d'Azur
(Offer identifier : 7282350)
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