CastleRivière-sur-Tarn

Château de Peyrelade

The remains of the castle can be visited

In Rivière-sur-Tarn in the French department of Aveyron lies the castle ruin Château de Peyrelade. The complex, whose name means "wide rock," is an example of medieval fortress architecture.

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The origins of the Château de Peyrelade date back at least to the 12th century, with findings suggesting prehistoric settlement of the site. Due to its strategically important location at the entrance to the Gorges du Tarn, it was one of the castles in the historic province of Rouergue. The fortress was the scene of numerous conflicts and sieges until it was dismantled in 1633 on Richelieu's orders.

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Source: Wikipedia · Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0 · Image: Hervé Rebours

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