Can you visit the château de Berzème?

No, it is a private residence occupied by village families, so the interior is not open; it is seen from the square.

How old is the château de Berzème?

Its construction is thought to date from the 15th century, according to the French Ministry of Culture records.

Is the château de Berzème a protected monument?

Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 28 February 1997, covering its façades, roofs and outbuildings.

What makes this castle notable?

It is the only known fortified castle on the Coiron basalt plateau, with two round towers on its south front.

Château de Berzème

Berzème Castle

Berzème

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Where: Berzème

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Château de Berzème stands in Berzème (Ardèche), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). No visits are on record for this building.

In Berzème, on the Coiron plateau in the Ardèche region, this 15th century basalt castle looks more like a farmhouse than a fortress. Two round towers stand on its south front, one containing a staircase, the other a chapel. It is still inhabited by village families today, so it is a building seen from outside rather than a place with organised tours.

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What to know

Since the castle is a private residence, the interior cannot be visited.
It can be viewed from the village square of Berzème.
The building has been listed as a historic monument since 1997, protecting the façades, roofs and outbuildings.
It is the only known fortified castle on the Coiron volcanic plateau.
There are no opening hours or admission fees since there is no organised public access.

Where this château is

Berzème · Ardèche · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

07580 Berzème

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA07000004
Period of construction: 15th century

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Can you visit the château de Berzème?: No, it is a private residence occupied by village families, so the interior is not open; it is seen from the square.
How old is the château de Berzème?: Its construction is thought to date from the 15th century, according to the French Ministry of Culture records.
Is the château de Berzème a protected monument?: Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 28 February 1997, covering its façades, roofs and outbuildings.
What makes this castle notable?: It is the only known fortified castle on the Coiron basalt plateau, with two round towers on its south front.