Can you visit the former consular palace in Pézenas?

The building is undergoing restoration work; no verified information on public opening is available.

How old is the building?

It dates from the 16th century and is a listed historic monument.

Why is this building notable?

It hosted the sessions of the Estates of Languedoc, and its bell tower was used as a film set for a movie starring Jean-Paul Belmondo.

Where is this monument located?

It stands in the old town of Pézenas, in the Hérault department.

Ancien palais consulaire

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Ancien palais consulaire stands in Pézenas (Hérault), in the Occitanie region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century, fourth quarter of the 17th century, 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The former consular palace in Pézenas, in the Hérault department, is a 16th century building classified as a historic monument. It once hosted the sessions of the Estates of Languedoc, the assembly bringing together the province's nobility and clergy. Its bell tower, a striking feature of the old town skyline of Pézenas, served as a filming location in a well known French film. The building is currently undergoing a large restoration project led by the town.

What to know

The building is a listed historic monument dating from the 16th century.
A first phase of works on the roofs and bell tower was completed in spring 2024.
It stands in the old town of Pézenas, a protected heritage area reached on foot through cobbled streets.
No verified information on opening hours, admission fees or public access conditions is available for this listing.

Where this château is

Pézenas · Hérault · Occitanie

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5 Pl. Gambetta, 34120 Pézenas

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00103658
Period of construction: 16th century, fourth quarter of the 17th century, 18th century

Frequently asked

Can you visit the former consular palace in Pézenas?: The building is undergoing restoration work; no verified information on public opening is available.
How old is the building?: It dates from the 16th century and is a listed historic monument.
Why is this building notable?: It hosted the sessions of the Estates of Languedoc, and its bell tower was used as a film set for a movie starring Jean-Paul Belmondo.
Where is this monument located?: It stands in the old town of Pézenas, in the Hérault department.