How old is Carbonat castle?

The site was first mentioned in the 13th century.

Is the castle original or rebuilt?

Having fallen into ruin, it was extensively restored in the early 20th century.

What was the castle used for?

It guarded the northeastern entrance to the Aurillac basin.

Château de Carbonat

Carbonat Castle

Arpajon-sur-Cère

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Arpajon-sur-Cère

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Open within 20 km

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Château de Carbonat stands in Arpajon-sur-Cère (Cantal), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. No visits are on record for this building.

The Carbonat castle stands in Arpajon-sur-Cère, in the Cantal department, on a site first recorded in the 13th century. It once guarded the northeastern approach to the Aurillac basin. After falling into ruin for a long period, the building was largely restored in the early 20th century.

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What to know

Opening times, admission fees and visiting conditions are not specified here, so it is worth checking locally.
The site occupies a defensive position marking the entrance to the Aurillac basin.
The restoration dates from the early 20th century, following a long period as a ruin.

Where this château is

Arpajon-sur-Cère · Cantal · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

19-21 All. du Castel, 15130 Arpajon-sur-Cère

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Frequently asked

How old is Carbonat castle?: The site was first mentioned in the 13th century.
Is the castle original or rebuilt?: Having fallen into ruin, it was extensively restored in the early 20th century.
What was the castle used for?: It guarded the northeastern entrance to the Aurillac basin.