What can be seen at Broussette Castle ?

The 13th-century square tower with its spiral staircase, original decorative features including ogival vaults and flagstone floors, the residential wing from the 16th and 18th centuries, and the 1335 Gothic chapel.

Is the chapel accessible ?

Yes, the 14th-century chapel, featuring ogival vaulting in the choir and a rose window, is integrated into the castle and equally protected.

How well preserved is the castle ?

One tower from the original structure remains in good condition, while the rest was demolished and replaced by later buildings, with most interior redesign occurring in the 19th century.

Château de Broussette

Broussette Castle

Reilhac

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Where: Reilhac

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Château de Broussette stands in Reilhac (Cantal), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 13th century, second quarter of the 14th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Broussette Castle, built in the 13th century near Reilhac, shows the evolution of a feudal stronghold transformed over successive periods. A square tower from the earliest phase remains intact, featuring an original spiral staircase and an ogival vault, while the 16th and 18th centuries saw the addition of a classically designed residential wing. A 14th-century Gothic chapel with ogival vaulting in its choir and a rose window complement the fortress. The site occupies a landscaped park adorned with 17th-century terraces and pavilions.

What to know

The site has been listed as a historic monument since 2003, protecting the keep, chapel and surrounding grounds.
Most interior arrangements date to the 19th century, except for original structures visible within the tower.
The chapel, built in 1335, is part of the ensemble and features notable Gothic decoration.

Where this château is

Reilhac · Cantal · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

15250 Reilhac

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00093584
Period of construction: 13th century, second quarter of the 14th century, 18th century

Frequently asked

What can be seen at Broussette Castle ?: The 13th-century square tower with its spiral staircase, original decorative features including ogival vaults and flagstone floors, the residential wing from the 16th and 18th centuries, and the 1335 Gothic chapel.
Is the chapel accessible ?: Yes, the 14th-century chapel, featuring ogival vaulting in the choir and a rose window, is integrated into the castle and equally protected.
How well preserved is the castle ?: One tower from the original structure remains in good condition, while the rest was demolished and replaced by later buildings, with most interior redesign occurring in the 19th century.