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Château de Pechrigal, Saint-Clair

Château Pechrigal

Saint-Clair

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where
Saint-Clair

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Open within 20 km

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Château de Pechrigal stands in Saint-Clair (Lot), in the Occitanie region of France. No visits are on record for this building.

The château de Pechrigal stands at Saint-Clair, in the Lot department, on a hill whose Occitan name means royal hill. Built in the 14th century, it owes its present fame to the French singer and poet Léo Ferré, who lived there and composed several of his major albums during the 1960s. The building later fell into neglect and was vandalised, before being extensively restored and turned into a luxury property.

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What to know

  • No verified information is available on opening hours or public access conditions.
  • The château was converted into a private luxury property after its restoration, which likely limits standard visits.
  • The site's main interest lies in its history linked to Léo Ferré, who composed several albums there in the 1960s.
  • The building went through a long period of neglect before being restored in the late 1990s.

Where this château is

Saint-Clair · Lot · Occitanie

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Address

Pech Rigal, 46300 Saint-Clair

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Heritage status
Protection status unknown

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Frequently asked

Can the château de Pechrigal be visited?
No verified information confirms regular public access; the château was converted into a luxury private property after restoration.
Why is the château de Pechrigal famous?
It is known for having been the home of Léo Ferré, who composed several of his albums there in the 1960s.
How old is the château de Pechrigal?
The building dates back to the 14th century, built by the lord Pierre de Casatou.
Where is the château de Pechrigal located?
It is located in the commune of Saint-Clair, in the Lot department.

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