When was Paviers Castle built?

The castle was erected in the 16th century, notably its gate defended by a cylindrical tower from the early part of that century.

Which elements of the castle are protected as historic monuments?

The fortified gate of the forecourt with its two towers has been listed since 1962.

What distinguishes the castle's entrance system?

Access was controlled by a drawbridge and a fixed bridge leading to the fortified gate, a system typical of 16th-century fiefs.

Château de Paviers

Paviers Castle

Crouzilles

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Where: Crouzilles

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Château de Paviers stands in Crouzilles (Indre-et-Loire), in the Centre-Val de Loire 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.

Paviers Castle, built in the 16th century in Crouzilles, remains a small fortified ensemble organised around a courtyard. Its buildings occupy three sides, complemented by defensive towers and a chapel added in the 18th century. Access was once secured by bridges and a fortified gate, elements that attest to its former status as a fief under the Île Bouchard.

What to know

The castle has been listed as a historic monument since 1962, specifically for its fortified gate and two towers.
A forecourt precedes the main ensemble, formerly bordered by dry moats and a defensive wall.
The castle underwent major restoration work between 1907 and 1912.
The residential buildings are arranged around the inner courtyard and defended by three additional rectangular towers.

Where this château is

Crouzilles · Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire

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Address

37220 Crouzilles

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00097731
Period of construction: 16th century

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When was Paviers Castle built?: The castle was erected in the 16th century, notably its gate defended by a cylindrical tower from the early part of that century.
Which elements of the castle are protected as historic monuments?: The fortified gate of the forecourt with its two towers has been listed since 1962.
What distinguishes the castle's entrance system?: Access was controlled by a drawbridge and a fixed bridge leading to the fortified gate, a system typical of 16th-century fiefs.