Guided tour Donjon Vincennes

This keep was built  in 1367.

 

It is 50 meters high. 

The dungeon at château de Vincennes has a lot of history.

 

It was, used as residence, prison and barrack. 

Guided tour on the 2thfloor

Some graffiti

Prison. Some graffiti on the walls

In the 15th century, the dungeon became a royal prison, it hosted lot of famous inmates. 

 

It closed in 1784, it became a state prison again in the 19th century, used during the Second World War. 

Vaulted ceiling of the King’s bedroom, central room on the second floor. 

 

Council Chamber. 

Letter of the marquis de Sade, when he was in prison. 

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