Protecting the Trieux estuary, the château de la Roche-Jagu is the last remaining example of a defensive system constructed between Pontrieux and the Bréhat archipelago.
Built in the 15th century, the château de la Roche Jagu is a very beautiful fortress which proudly watches over the estuary of the Trieux river, owing its past strategic importance to this dominant location. Today, the rampart walk offers a breathtaking panorama across the valley.
Every year, the château presents a rich and varied cultural programme.
Designed as a residence - in spite of its rather military appearance - today the château hosts performances, fun activities, workshops and temporary exhibitions to fascinate and delight visitors of all ages !
The château grounds, which have been awarded ‘Eco Jardin’ and ‘Jardin Remarquable’ status
A mosaic of landscapes covering 64 hectares
Nature-lovers can stroll through the Roche-Jagu’s beautifully landscaped grounds, designed to encourage introspection and contemplation. With water as a common thread, you’ll move from one world to another: medieval kitchen garden, pleasure garden, wooded and hedged areas, rose gardens, camellia walks, stretches of coastal moorland and saltwater marshes, palm groves and ponds for retting linen.
Jean-Baptiste Bahier leads the team of gardeners who look after the Domaine, constantly striving to strike the right balance between leaving the environment to develop naturally and managed landscaping. Adaptability is the order of the day!
Useful information
- The grounds and gardens of the Roche-Jagu are free to the public all year round
- Several different types of guided visits are also available.
Go for it !
Share in the life of the château with Laurence Rigaut, cultural guide at the Domaine de la Roche-Jagu.
