Kaamelott is a French television series created by Alexandre Astier and broadcast between March 28, 2005 and July 30, 2009 on M6. It is composed of six seasons, with 65 episodes of 26 minutes.
The series is set in the 5th century, right in the heart of the fictional medieval kingdom of Kaamelott. It depicts the adventures of Arthur, King of Britain, and his Knights of the Round Table, as they attempt to repel repeated attacks from the Saxons, Picts and Irish.
The filming took place mainly in three castles of the Loire: Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chenonceau and Blois.
The castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
Located in the Loir-et-Cher, a few kilometers south of Blois, the Château de Chaumont is a magnificent example of the Renaissance style. It was built in the 16th century by Anne de Montmorency, Constable of France and Duke of Montmorency, on the ruins of an old feudal castle.
The castle has been used as the setting for several scenes in the series, including those where we see Arthur and his knights practicing archery in the inner courtyard.
Chaumont Castle is open to the public every day of the year and it is possible to take a guided tour of the castle and its gardens.
Chenonceau Castle
Located in the Indre-et-Loire, the Château de Chenonceau is a magnificent Renaissance castle built in the 16th century. It is famous for its magnificent drawbridge which spans the Cher River.
The castle was built by Katherine Briçonnet, on the orders of King François Ier. It was then taken over by Diane de Poitiers, mistress of the King, then by Catherine de Médicis.
Chenonceau Castle is open to the public every day of the year and it is possible to take a guided tour of the castle and its gardens.
The castle of Blois
Located in the Loir-et-Cher, the Château de Blois is a magnificent example of the Renaissance style. It was built in the 16th century by King Francis I.
The castle of Blois served as the setting for several scenes in the series, in particular those where we see Arthur and his knights practicing archery in the inner courtyard.
The Château de Blois is open to the public every day of the year and it is possible to take a guided tour of the château and its gardens.
