When was Château du Théron built?

The keep dates from the mid to late 13th century. Major elements were added in the 14th century, including three halls and a chapel, while four towers were reinforced in the 15th century.

What remains visible at the castle today?

Three halls from the early 14th century, a chapel, and the north and west towers of the former ramparts survive. Other fortification sections have disappeared.

Château du Théron

Théron Castle

Prayssac

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Where: Prayssac

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Château du Théron stands in Prayssac (Lot), in the Occitanie region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 13th century, 14th century, 15th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built from the mid-13th century at Prayssac, Château du Théron follows the contours of the rocky outcrop beneath it, giving the structure its irregular outline. The keep is among the oldest elements on site, while four reinforced towers were added in the 15th century. Three halls from the early 14th century, a chapel, and two original rampart towers remain from the castle complex.

What to know

Visit schedules and access arrangements are not available in the data provided; check local conditions before travelling.
Parts of the ramparts have disappeared; only the north and west towers remain visible along with the preserved interior structures.
The monument has been registered as a historical monument since 1973.

Where this château is

Prayssac · Lot · Occitanie

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Address

Le Théron Haut, 46220 Prayssac

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00095183
Period of construction: 13th century, 14th century, 15th century

Frequently asked

When was Château du Théron built?: The keep dates from the mid to late 13th century. Major elements were added in the 14th century, including three halls and a chapel, while four towers were reinforced in the 15th century.
What remains visible at the castle today?: Three halls from the early 14th century, a chapel, and the north and west towers of the former ramparts survive. Other fortification sections have disappeared.