Can you visit the Château de Masse?

No verified information confirms visiting conditions; the château is privately owned.

How old is the Château de Masse?

It was built in the 15th century.

What was the building originally used for?

It served as the grain store of Bonneval Abbey until the French Revolution.

Is the Château de Masse a listed historic monument?

It has been listed (inscription) as a historic monument since 5 March 1928.

Where is the Château de Masse located?

It lies about three kilometres northeast of Espalion, in the Aveyron department.

Château de Masse

Masse Castle

Espalion

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Espalion

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Château de Masse stands in Espalion (Aveyron), in the Occitanie region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

A few kilometres from Espalion, the Château de Masse stands in the Aveyron countryside, its structure dating from the 15th century. For centuries it served as the grain store of Bonneval Abbey, before becoming private property after the Revolution. Visitors come here for the architecture of a monastic farm building turned private residence, set within a rural landscape.

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What to know

The château lies roughly three kilometres northeast of central Espalion.
The building has been a listed historic monument (inscription) since 1928.
As the château is privately owned, check locally about access conditions before visiting.
No verified information is available regarding opening hours, fees or visit duration.

Where this château is

Espalion · Aveyron · Occitanie

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Address

Masse, 12500 Espalion

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00094016
Period of construction: 15th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the Château de Masse?: No verified information confirms visiting conditions; the château is privately owned.
How old is the Château de Masse?: It was built in the 15th century.
What was the building originally used for?: It served as the grain store of Bonneval Abbey until the French Revolution.
Is the Château de Masse a listed historic monument?: It has been listed (inscription) as a historic monument since 5 March 1928.
Where is the Château de Masse located?: It lies about three kilometres northeast of Espalion, in the Aveyron department.