Why is the château de Grizac famous?

Because Guillaume de Grimoard, the future Pope Urban V, was born there in the 14th century and spent part of his childhood on the site.

Can the château de Grizac be visited?

It is privately owned and features an exhibition on Pope Urban V, but detailed visiting conditions are not specified here.

How old is the château de Grizac?

Most of the medieval building dates from the mid 14th century, with likely extensions in the 15th century.

Is the château de Grizac a listed historic monument?

Yes, the keep and residence have been listed since 1984, while the farm buildings were registered the same year.

Château de Grizac

Grizac Castle

Pont de Montvert - Sud Mont Lozère

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No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Pont de Montvert - Sud Mont Lozère

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Château de Grizac stands in Pont de Montvert - Sud Mont Lozère (Lozère), in the Occitanie region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 13th century, 14th century, 15th century, 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Below the village of Grizac in Lozère, this medieval castle owes its renown to a birth: that of Guillaume de Grimoard, who became pope under the name Urban V. The surviving remains, keep, central block and residential wing, date mainly from the mid 14th century, with later alterations over the following centuries. Now in private hands, the site houses a permanent exhibition devoted to this locally born pope.

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What to know

The castle is privately owned, which affects the conditions of visiting.
A permanent exhibition on Pope Urban V, born on the site, is shown to visitors.
The keep and the residence have been listed as historic monuments since 1984, with the farm buildings registered the same year.
The site lies between the Cévennes and Mont Lozère, in a rural and remote setting.
As no opening hours or prices are given here, it is advisable to check directly before visiting.

Where this château is

Pont de Montvert - Sud Mont Lozère · Lozère · Occitanie

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Address

48220 Pont de Montvert - Sud Mont Lozère

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00103895
Period of construction: 13th century, 14th century, 15th century, 17th century

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Frequently asked

Why is the château de Grizac famous?: Because Guillaume de Grimoard, the future Pope Urban V, was born there in the 14th century and spent part of his childhood on the site.
Can the château de Grizac be visited?: It is privately owned and features an exhibition on Pope Urban V, but detailed visiting conditions are not specified here.
How old is the château de Grizac?: Most of the medieval building dates from the mid 14th century, with likely extensions in the 15th century.
Is the château de Grizac a listed historic monument?: Yes, the keep and residence have been listed since 1984, while the farm buildings were registered the same year.