When was Varillettes Castle built ?

Built in the 15th century, the castle is first documented in 1484 as an established fief.

What defensive features remain ?

A buttress turret at the north corner is still visible, as well as three machicolation consoles on the third level of the entrance tower.

Is the castle open to visitors ?

No visiting information is available ; contact the town hall of Saint-Georges for details.

Château de Varillettes

Varillettes Castle

Saint-Georges

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Château de Varillettes stands in Saint-Georges (Cantal), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Built in the 15th century in the Cantal region, Varillettes Castle is a fortified ensemble of which the main residence and its corner towers remain. The rectangular structure, flanked by two square towers set into opposite corners, reflects late medieval defensive architecture. A buttress turret at the north corner still stands, a remnant of the original layout. The building combines living quarters, a spiral staircase, and traces of defensive features at the main entrance level.

What to know

The castle has been listed as a historic monument since 1982, with protection covering the facades and roofs of the main residence.
The earliest documented reference to the site dates to 1484, though construction occurred during the 15th century.
Outbuildings added in the 19th century include a caretaker's residence and a chapel built in 1843.

Where this château is

Saint-Georges · Cantal · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

15100 Saint-Georges

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Château phone number

+33 4 71 60 45 05

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00093638
Period of construction: 15th century

Frequently asked

When was Varillettes Castle built ?: Built in the 15th century, the castle is first documented in 1484 as an established fief.
What defensive features remain ?: A buttress turret at the north corner is still visible, as well as three machicolation consoles on the third level of the entrance tower.
Is the castle open to visitors ?: No visiting information is available ; contact the town hall of Saint-Georges for details.