When was Ceint-d'Eau castle built?

The three towers that characterize it date from the 16th century. A residential wing was added in the 18th century, followed by further additions in the 20th century.

What is the protection status of the castle?

The castle and its residential wing have been listed as historical monuments since an order dated 30 October 1925.

Château de Ceint-d'Eau

Ceint-d'Eau Castle

Figeac

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Where: Figeac

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Château de Ceint-d'Eau stands in Figeac (Lot), in the Occitanie region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Ceint-d'Eau castle, located in Figeac, combines three towers built in the 16th century with an 18th-century residential wing and 20th-century additions inspired by Italian Renaissance design. Listed as a historical monument, it reflects successive periods of architectural development.

What to know

The site has been listed as a historical monument since 1925.
The building combines defensive structures from the 16th century with modern additions.
Three 16th-century towers form the castle's core.
The main residential wing dates from the 18th century.

Where this château is

Figeac · Lot · Occitanie

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Address

Figeac, Lot

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00095072
Period of construction: 16th century, 18th century

Frequently asked

When was Ceint-d'Eau castle built?: The three towers that characterize it date from the 16th century. A residential wing was added in the 18th century, followed by further additions in the 20th century.
What is the protection status of the castle?: The castle and its residential wing have been listed as historical monuments since an order dated 30 October 1925.