Fort-la-Latte
Castle Dramatic medieval clifftop castle and coastal fortress
On Brittany’s côte, Fort-la-Latte crowns a rocky headland with a 14th-century castle, battlements and coastal paths; visitors tour the fortress and walk sea-facing cliffs.
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Fort-la-Latte is a medieval coastal fortress on a rocky promontory in Brittany, France, near the village of Plévenon and Cap Fréhel. Originally called Château de la Roche Goyon, it dates to the Middle Ages and is noted for its defensive position projecting into the English Channel.
The castle includes curtain walls, a drawbridge approach and a keep, and it has been maintained as a historic monument and open-air visitor site. Its coastal setting and well-preserved structures make it a frequent location for cultural tourism and film shoots.
Fort-la-Latte sits on a granite headland on the Côtes-d’Armor coast of Brittany, with direct exposure to the Channel and close to other coastal landmarks such as Cap Fréhel.
- Medieval fortress: Historically known as Château de la Roche Goyon, the site is a well-preserved medieval sea fortress with intact curtain walls and a central keep.
How to Get to Fort-la-Latte #
Drive or take regional buses from Saint-Malo or Dinan to Plévenon; the castle is signposted from local roads. Parking is available near the site and a short walk leads to the fortress entrance.
Tips for Visiting Fort-la-Latte #
- Arrive mid-morning to avoid local tour groups that commonly show up in the afternoon.
- Walk the coastal path below the castle for dramatic perspectives and better photo angles of the cliffs.
- Wear non-slip shoes - the ramparts and coastal paths can be wet and uneven, especially after rain.
Best Time to Visit Fort-la-Latte #
Late spring through early autumn provides the sunniest and most comfortable conditions for visiting the cliffside castle.
Weather & Climate near Fort-la-Latte #
Fort-la-Latte's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (799 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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