How old is Montferrand castle?

Its origins date back to the 12th century, when the Biron family settled there.

Is Montferrand castle a listed historic monument?

It has been listed as a historic monument since a 2013 decree, which replaced an earlier 1948 protection.

Can visitors go inside the castle?

No information is available regarding interior visiting conditions.

Where is Montferrand castle located?

It is located in Montferrand-du-Périgord, in the Dordogne, on the edge of a plateau above the Couze river.

Château de Montferrand

Montferrand Castle

Montferrand-du-Périgord

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Château de Montferrand stands in Montferrand-du-Périgord (Dordogne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Perched on the edge of a plateau above the Couze river, Montferrand castle overlooks a crossing of old roads in the Périgord region. Its origins date to the 12th century, when the Biron family settled here after handing down their original castle to their descendants, the Gontaut-Biron. Traces remain of a square keep and two enclosures separated by a moat, typical of the defensive architecture of the area. The site has also served as a filming location for the series Draculi & Gandolfi.

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What to know

The castle has been listed as a historic monument since 2013, covering the buildings, remains, grounds and fortified enclosure.
No information on visiting hours or admission fees is available.
The site is located in the commune of Montferrand-du-Périgord, in the Dordogne department.
Given its position on the edge of a plateau, reaching the site likely requires some physical effort.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday (today)	08:30-12:30
Tuesday	08:30-12:30
Wednesday	08:30-12:30
Thursday	08:30-12:30
Friday	08:30-12:30
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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Wheelchair access: Not verified
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Where this château is

Montferrand-du-Périgord · Dordogne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

LE BOURG, 24440 Montferrand-du-Périgord

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Château phone number

+33 5 53 63 24 60

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00082688
Period of construction: 12th century

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How old is Montferrand castle?: Its origins date back to the 12th century, when the Biron family settled there.
Is Montferrand castle a listed historic monument?: It has been listed as a historic monument since a 2013 decree, which replaced an earlier 1948 protection.
Can visitors go inside the castle?: No information is available regarding interior visiting conditions.
Where is Montferrand castle located?: It is located in Montferrand-du-Périgord, in the Dordogne, on the edge of a plateau above the Couze river.