When was Boussagues castle built?

It dates from the 12th century.

What can still be seen on site?

A fortified courtyard, a keep around 17 metres high and the remains of a later residential building.

Is Boussagues castle a listed historic monument?

No, it has no official heritage protection status.

Can the castle be visited freely?

The site can be explored outdoors, but no verified information on hours or visiting conditions is available.

Château de Boussagues

Boussagues Castle

La Tour-sur-Orb

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Where: La Tour-sur-Orb

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Open within 20 km

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Château de Boussagues stands in La Tour-sur-Orb (Hérault), in the Occitanie region of France. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Above the hamlet of Boussagues, in northern Hérault, stands a 12th century fortified castle built directly on the rocky outcrop. The complex includes a large fortified courtyard, a 17 metre high keep and a later residential building with wider window openings. Local sandstone was used for most of the construction, while limestone forms the door and window frames.

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What to know

The site is visited outdoors, around a fortified courtyard and ruins reached on foot from the hamlet.
The ground is sloped and rocky, so suitable walking shoes are recommended.
The castle has no listed heritage protection status.
No verified information is available on opening hours or entrance fees.
The site suits a self guided visit rather than an organised tour.

Where this château is

La Tour-sur-Orb · Hérault · Occitanie

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Address

34260 La Tour-sur-Orb

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When was Boussagues castle built?: It dates from the 12th century.
What can still be seen on site?: A fortified courtyard, a keep around 17 metres high and the remains of a later residential building.
Is Boussagues castle a listed historic monument?: No, it has no official heritage protection status.
Can the castle be visited freely?: The site can be explored outdoors, but no verified information on hours or visiting conditions is available.