Nearly one million euros is needed to restore the Monte-Cristo castle that was once home to famed novelist Alexandre Dumas, author of classics including "The Three Musketeers."
The castle in northern France has fallen into disrepair and is threatened by humidity.
The current managers of the estate say 921,000 euros ($1.0 million) is needed to get it back in shape.
The municipal association that runs the estate is looking for public contributions to help with the restoration. If they can raise five percent of the funds, they will get further help from the national Heritage Foundation.
