When was Béon Castle built?

The main building dates to the 14th century. Defensive reinforcements and interior modifications were added later, particularly in the early 17th century.

What is protected at Béon Castle?

The entire castle is registered as a historic monument by decree of March 1st, 2005.

Are there period features to see inside?

Yes, the interior preserves a series of old fireplaces that reflect the castle's successive periods of occupation.

Château de Béon

Béon Castle

Aste-Béon

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Where: Aste-Béon

Château de Béon stands in Aste-Béon (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, first half of the 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Béon Castle is a quadrangular fortress built in the 14th century in the Pyrenees-Atlantiques, modified over successive periods. Corner turrets reinforced its defensive structure, while openings created in the early 17th century gradually transformed it toward domestic use. The interior preserves a series of period fireplaces that reflect its continuous occupation.

What to know

The castle has been registered as a historic monument since 2005.
Located in the municipality of Aste-Béon in the Pyrenees-Atlantiques.
No specific information about visiting hours or conditions is currently available.

Where this château is

Aste-Béon · Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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64260

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA64000053
Period of construction: 14th century, first half of the 17th century

Frequently asked

When was Béon Castle built?: The main building dates to the 14th century. Defensive reinforcements and interior modifications were added later, particularly in the early 17th century.
What is protected at Béon Castle?: The entire castle is registered as a historic monument by decree of March 1st, 2005.
Are there period features to see inside?: Yes, the interior preserves a series of old fireplaces that reflect the castle's successive periods of occupation.