Who lived at Longuetille castle?

Several noble families owned the estate: the Monlucs in the 16th century, followed in the 17th century by the du Puys, then by the Bridiez de Villemor through marriage.

What happened in 1621?

Louis XIII and the Constable of Luynes stayed there during the siege of Montfort. The Constable died there on 15 December of that year.

Can the castle be visited?

The castle is privately owned and listed as a historic monument. No regular public visits are available according to current information.

Château de Longuetille

Longuetille Castle

Saint-Léger

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No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Saint-Léger

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Château de Longuetille stands in Saint-Léger (Lot-et-Garonne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Longuetille castle is a brick stronghouse built in the 16th century in Saint-Léger, Lot-et-Garonne. Passed through the hands of several noble families, including the Monlucs and the du Puys, the estate witnessed a significant historical moment in 1621 when Louis XIII and the Constable of Luynes stayed there during the siege of Montfort. Listed as a historic monument, it exemplifies the defensive architecture of southwestern France during this period.

What to know

The castle is a privately owned property listed as a historic monument since 2015.
No regular visits are currently offered based on available information.
The site is located in Saint-Léger, a small village in Lot-et-Garonne, away from major tourist routes.

Where this château is

Saint-Léger · Lot-et-Garonne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

47160 Saint-Léger

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA47000097
Period of construction: 16th century

Frequently asked

Who lived at Longuetille castle?: Several noble families owned the estate: the Monlucs in the 16th century, followed in the 17th century by the du Puys, then by the Bridiez de Villemor through marriage.
What happened in 1621?: Louis XIII and the Constable of Luynes stayed there during the siege of Montfort. The Constable died there on 15 December of that year.
Can the castle be visited?: The castle is privately owned and listed as a historic monument. No regular public visits are available according to current information.