Mont Orgueil Castle
Castle Green, Gorey, St Martin, Jersey, JE3 6ET
Rating: 4.6 ★ (3484 ratings)
Details
Mont Orgueil Castle, also known as Gorey Castle, has cast its imposing shadow over the beautiful fishing port of Gorey for more than 800 years. It is one of the finest examples of a medieval fortress in existence and stands as a symbol of Jersey's national identity and independent character. Construction of the castle began around 1204, following the division of the Duchy of Normandy, to protect Jersey from French invasion. For centuries, it served as Jersey's primary stronghold and the seat of royal authority on the island.
Visitors can explore a network of staircases, towers, and secret rooms, discovering hidden treasures and learning about the castle's gruesome past through specially commissioned artwork. From the battlements, one can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the distant French coast. The castle has served various purposes throughout its history, including a prison and a German military base during World War II. Today, Mont Orgueil is a popular museum and heritage site managed by the Jersey Heritage Trust, offering insights into the island's fascinating history.
Location
Opening Hours
1 March to 31 October: Daily 10:00 - 17:30; 1 November to 31 December: Daily 10:00 - 16:00 (Closed 24, 25, 26, and 31 December). Opening times for January and February may vary.
Contact
+44 (0)1534 853292, [email protected]
Comments
Hours: 10-1600 (open till 1730 Fridays only)
It was still a nice walk up and view of the beach from outside the castle.
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Everything was great until we got in to the castle and are required to pay £18.95 each to go any further of which we thought was a bit steep which would have been the best part of £40 for the 2 of us. So we continued around the grounds and back down to the harbour which we didn't mind but would have been great to go through the castle.