The Castle of the Dukes of Brittany is a central monument in Nantes. It was built in the 15th century by François II, last Duke of Brittany. At this time, Brittany was not a part of France. The Duke has built a military fortress and a defence against the royal power.
Sa fille, Anne de Bretagne, a continué a embellir le château. Elle a été deux fois reine de France. C'est elle qui a permis le rattachement de la Bretagne à la France par ses mariages. Vous pourrez voir une statue de la duchesse à l'extérieur du château.
His daughter, Anne of Brittany, has continued to improve the castle. She has been two times Queen of France. By her weddings, Brittany became a part of France. You can see her statue near the castle.
Après 15 ans de travaux et 3 ans de fermeture totale, le château des ducs est de nouveau ouvert au public. Il abrite un musée très intéressant sur l'histoire de nantes.
Pour aller au château, prenez le tram Ligne 1 arrêt Duchesse Anne.
Voici le site du musée, il est traduit en anglais et en espagnol. http://www.chateau-nantes.fr/
After 15 years of work and 3 years of total closing, the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany is open again to visitors. Inside, there is a very interesting museum about the history of Nantes.
To go to the castle, take the tramway, ligne 1 station: Duchesse Anne.
Here is the website of the museum, it is translated in english and spanish.
http://www.chateau-nantes.fr/