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Château du Besset

Besset Castle

Saint-Romain-de-Lerps

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Saint-Romain-de-Lerps

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Château du Besset stands in Saint-Romain-de-Lerps (Ardèche), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The château du Besset stands on a plateau above the Rhône valley, in Saint-Romain-de-Lerps in the Ardèche region, between the Cornas and Saint-Joseph vineyards. Built in the 15th century, it belonged to the Vernoux family until the late 16th century before taking on other uses over time. Now run as a guesthouse, the estate is mainly experienced through its rooms and its stone-vaulted magnanerie rather than as a monument open for public tours.

What to know

  • The château operates as a guesthouse and is not set up for standard tourist visits.
  • Access to the rooms and common areas requires a booking with the establishment.
  • The property also hosts weddings and private events, which can limit access at certain times.
  • Its location on a plateau above the Rhône valley means reaching it involves a climb by road.
  • No verified opening hours or visit fees exist for this site.

Practical information

Opening hours

ouvert toute l'année
Visit duration
Not verified
Wheelchair access
Not verified
Dogs
Not verified
Parking
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On site

  • Food and drink
  • Accommodation

Where this château is

Saint-Romain-de-Lerps · Ardèche · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

Saint-Romain-de-Lerps, Ardèche

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Heritage status
Protection status unknown

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the château du Besset?
The château is not set up for independent tourist visits, it is mainly experienced by guests staying at the guesthouse.
Where is the château du Besset located?
It stands in Saint-Romain-de-Lerps, in the Ardèche region, on a plateau above the Rhône valley.
Can you stay overnight at the château du Besset?
Yes, the property offers guesthouse rooms set within the château and its former silkworm house.
Does the château du Besset host weddings?
Yes, the estate offers its spaces for weddings and receptions.

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The most visited in this department — Ardèche