When was Palluau Castle built?

The original structure dates to the 11th-12th century; the buildings visible today largely date from the 15th and early 16th century.

Who conquered the castle in 1188?

Philip Augustus stormed the castle in 1188, defeating the English forces occupying it.

What damage has the castle suffered?

It was damaged during the Wars of Religion in 1560 and 1582, then harmed during the Palluau uprising in March 1796.

What remains of the murals?

The chapel preserves paintings depicting the history of the Virgin, and the round tower also contains period painted decorations.

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Palluau-sur-Indre

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Where: Palluau-sur-Indre

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Château de Palluau-sur-Indre stands in Palluau-sur-Indre (Indre), in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century, 15th century, 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Overlooking the village from a rocky outcrop, Palluau-sur-Indre Castle combines remnants of a 12th-century fortress with Renaissance buildings. The site bears traces of eight centuries of history: royal conquest in 1188, religious wars in the 16th century, revolutionary upheaval in 1796. A sturdy round tower, a remnant of the former stronghold, stands alongside 15th and 16th-century structures and preserves period murals.

What to know

The castle blends feudal-era foundations with late medieval elevations, forming a complex ensemble where each period has left its mark.
The chapel on the ground floor of the eastern building houses murals depicting the story of the Virgin, as well as the west tower where painted decorations are also preserved.
The site has been protected as a historical monument since 1944 for its facades, roofs and interior decorations.
Local tradition attributes to the west corner tower the planting of the royal banner by Philip Augustus when he took the castle in 1188.

Where this château is

Palluau-sur-Indre · Indre · Centre-Val de Loire

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00097419
Period of construction: 12th century, 15th century, 16th century

Frequently asked

When was Palluau Castle built?: The original structure dates to the 11th-12th century; the buildings visible today largely date from the 15th and early 16th century.
Who conquered the castle in 1188?: Philip Augustus stormed the castle in 1188, defeating the English forces occupying it.
What damage has the castle suffered?: It was damaged during the Wars of Religion in 1560 and 1582, then harmed during the Palluau uprising in March 1796.
What remains of the murals?: The chapel preserves paintings depicting the history of the Virgin, and the round tower also contains period painted decorations.