When was the château du Bailli built?

It was built in the early 15th century, at the same time as the ramparts of Besse to which it is attached.

What remains of the original château?

Only a main dwelling and a tower survive, the rest of the building having disappeared or been altered.

Is the château du Bailli a listed monument?

Yes, the tower is classed and the façades and roofs are registered as historic monuments.

Who lived in this château?

It was the residence of the judge-castellan, or bailli, representing the lords of La Tour-d'Auvergne.

Château du Bailli

Bailli Castle

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

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Château du Bailli stands in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). No visits are on record for this building.

Backed onto the old ramparts of Besse, the château du Bailli recalls the judge-castellan who administered justice on behalf of the lords of La Tour-d'Auvergne. Built in the early 15th century, only a main dwelling and a tower remain from the original structure. The north façade, the oldest part, shows a finely carved doorway and a row of corbels typical of local medieval building. The tower, spread over three vaulted levels, forms part of a visit to the old town of Besse.

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What to know

The château stands on the northern edge of the old village of Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, an easy walk from the centre.
The tower is a listed historic monument and the façades and roofs are registered, protecting the building as a whole.
The south façade was entirely rebuilt in the 19th century, while the north façade retains its original medieval appearance.
No opening hours, prices or access conditions are currently available, so it is worth checking locally.

Where this château is

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise · Puy-de-Dôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

1 Chem. de Ronde, 63610 Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00091893
Period of construction: 15th century

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Frequently asked

When was the château du Bailli built?: It was built in the early 15th century, at the same time as the ramparts of Besse to which it is attached.
What remains of the original château?: Only a main dwelling and a tower survive, the rest of the building having disappeared or been altered.
Is the château du Bailli a listed monument?: Yes, the tower is classed and the façades and roofs are registered as historic monuments.
Who lived in this château?: It was the residence of the judge-castellan, or bailli, representing the lords of La Tour-d'Auvergne.