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that crosses the Vosges and passes by Rougemont. The castle watched over the southern entry to Alsace and symbolised the strength of the rulers of the region. With the extinction of the Ferrette line in 1324, the property passed to the
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preserves important military, civil and religious finds that the digs revealed. The castle is open to the public, free of charge, but access is not easy.
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and was built around the end of the 12th century. It protected an ancient Roman road from
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Excavations began in 1977 preceding a complete restoration of the castle. The museum at
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The castle, a small fortress, was built on a small hill in the
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plateaux. At an altitude of 736 m, it dominated the entry to
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Ruined 12th century castle in Rougemont-le-Château in France
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This article about a castle or château in France is a
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Buildings and structures in the Territoire de Belfort
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