The Renaissance Chateau de Breze has Europe's deepest dry moats. These magnificent moats are 18 meters deep and 13 meters broad! They were built as a protective measure against attack from land or water. The site of the chateau was once an island in the River Seine, but most of it is now under water due to dam construction. The owner of the chateau, the French government, decided to make the interior as realistic as possible during World War II. Teams of artists worked together to create scenes that would have been found at the chateau in the 16th century. They used materials available on site and brought in specialists to fill in any gaps in knowledge about life at the time. Animals, people, and objects from the period all contribute to the overall experience of visiting the museum today. You can learn more about the chateau and its history at the Musee d'Orsay in Paris. This is one of only two other museums in the world with full access to the chateau's collections (the other is the Chateau de Versailles near Paris). Both museums offer many special exhibitions each year. Check out their websites for updates about current shows. You may want to visit both museums if you have time!