How old is the château d'Espalungue ?

Its core dates back to the 13th century, though 17th century construction later enveloped it.

Is the château d'Espalungue a listed monument ?

It has been listed as a historic monument since an order of 4 March 2016, covering the building and its outbuildings.

What can be seen inside the château d'Espalungue ?

According to the ministry's records, it holds a Renaissance fireplace, walnut panelling and painted canvases.

Château d'Espalungue

Espalungue Castle

Laruns

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No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Laruns

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Château d'Espalungue stands in Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: Middle Ages, 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Set apart from the village of Laruns, on the right bank of the gave d'Ossau, the château d'Espalungue retains a 13th century medieval core wrapped in 17th century additions. The rectangular dwelling is flanked by two towers, one square, the other housing a spiral staircase, along with a chapel consecrated in 1694. Inside, a Renaissance fireplace, walnut wood panelling and painted canvases have survived.

What to know

The château has been listed as a historic monument since 2016, a protection covering the building, its outbuildings and its terrace and enclosure walls.
No verified information is available regarding opening hours or admission fees.
The site lies outside the village, opposite the Pon district, on the right bank of the gave d'Ossau.

Where this château is

Laruns · Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

Laruns, Pyrénées-Atlantiques

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA64000110
Period of construction: Middle Ages, 17th century

Frequently asked

How old is the château d'Espalungue ?: Its core dates back to the 13th century, though 17th century construction later enveloped it.
Is the château d'Espalungue a listed monument ?: It has been listed as a historic monument since an order of 4 March 2016, covering the building and its outbuildings.
Where is the château d'Espalungue located ?: It stands apart from the village of Laruns, on the right bank of the gave d'Ossau, opposite the Pon district.
What can be seen inside the château d'Espalungue ?: According to the ministry's records, it holds a Renaissance fireplace, walnut panelling and painted canvases.