Châteaugiron, a feudal town dating back to the 9th century, was one of the most important cities in the Duchy of Brittany (with 16 parishes). It was founded by Anquetil, a Norman knight who was granted land in the parish of Noyal-sur-Vilaine and the right to build a castle there by the Duke of Brittany. His son, Giron, left his name to the town, which became famous for its market, annual fairs and trade in sailcloth, the Noyales. The stronghold was often at the forefront of Breton resistance to the English invaders. It was also known for its special customs, for example, its lords enjoyed a privilege known as "le saut des poissonniers": on Easter Monday, fishmongers who had oversold their fish during Lent would jump into the pond that once bordered the castle. It is also said that every year, the owner of a certain inheritance had to come and sing on the castle bridge in front of the jurisdiction's officers on May1st, in order not to lose the enjoyment of the year's income. He then had to hand over a 5-color, one-acre-long woollen sash, known as the "shepherd's sash". During your visit to the château, you'll notice the 12th-century chapel, the 13th-15th-century keep, the 14th-century clock tower, the 15th-century Cardinal and Watch towers, and the 15th-18th-century seigneurial dwelling. Then escape to the surrounding countryside, where you'll find the Pince-Guerrière manor house and the Valettes manor house (15th-16th).

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