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.
Fort-la-Latte at a Glance#
Address: Fort-la-Latte (Château de la Roche Goyon), Plévenon, Brittany, France
Website: http://www.fort-la-latte.com/
Hours: Typically daily 9:30am-6pm in summer, reduced hours in winter (check local listings)
Admission: Adult admission approx. €6-€9 (seasonal); some guided tours or events may charge extra
About Fort-la-Latte#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 9° | 2° | 90 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 3° | 71 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 66 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 7° - 13° | 7° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.0h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 21° | 17° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 5.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.5h |
| August | Very Good | 14° - 21° | 18° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 82 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 6° | 98 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 3° | 93 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
