Town twinning in South Lanarkshire

Hamilton is twinned with Châtellerault in France. This link brings people together through culture, learning and shared interests, and helps build lasting connections between our communities.

Châtellerault has historic ties with Hamilton going back many centuries. These shared links make the friendship pact even more meaningful today.

Châtellerault sits on the River Vienne in the Loire Valley, between Poitiers and Tours. The town is known locally as a place of warm welcomes and is popular with visitors from across France and beyond.

What Châtellerault offers

The town has more than a thousand years of history and plenty to see. Visitors can explore museums focused on archaeology and cars, walk through gardens, or visit landmarks such as Jacques Church and the Henri IV bridge. Châtellerault also celebrates its past with an annual hot air balloon festival.

Alongside its historic sights, Châtellerault is a modern town. It has colleges, research centres and business areas that support new jobs and skills. This mix of old and new makes it a lively place to live and work.