What is the connection between Château de Ruthie and the Way of Saint James ?

A hospital founded in 1189 by Roncevaux Abbey, a key establishment on the Compostela route, was built on the château's site and marked its history.

What remains of the château's interior ?

Oak panelling and fireplaces from the 18th century are visible, as well as a great hall with moulded beams, evidence of its former decoration.

When did the château receive its protected status ?

Château de Ruthie was listed as a historical monument by decree of 30 April 1925.

Château de Ruthie

Ruthie Castle

Aussurucq

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Where: Aussurucq

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Château de Ruthie stands in Aussurucq (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 11th century, 15th century, 17th century, 18th century). No visits are on record for this building.

Château de Ruthie, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, dates back at least to the 11th century. Built near a hospital founded in 1189 by Roncevaux Abbey to welcome pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela, it retains substantial towers from the 15th century and two residential wings from the 17th and 18th centuries. The interior preserves evidence of its former refinement: oak panelling, moulded chimneys, and elaborately worked ceiling beams.

What to know

The château is located in Aussurucq, in the Soule region, a border area of the Pyrenees.
It is an architectural ensemble where defensive features (15th-century towers) stand alongside noble residences (17th and 18th-century wings).
The château has been listed as a historical monument since 1925.

Where this château is

Aussurucq · Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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64130 Aussurucq

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00084327
Period of construction: 11th century, 15th century, 17th century, 18th century

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What is the connection between Château de Ruthie and the Way of Saint James ?: A hospital founded in 1189 by Roncevaux Abbey, a key establishment on the Compostela route, was built on the château's site and marked its history.
What remains of the château's interior ?: Oak panelling and fireplaces from the 18th century are visible, as well as a great hall with moulded beams, evidence of its former decoration.
When did the château receive its protected status ?: Château de Ruthie was listed as a historical monument by decree of 30 April 1925.