How old is the Génos castle?

It dates from the 13th century, first mentioned in a Comminges document in 1256.

What remains of the castle today?

A square watchtower about 9 metres high, surrounded by a quadrangular enclosure wall.

Can you visit the Génos castle with a guide?

No information mentions organised tours or opening hours, so it appears to be an open-air site with free access.

Where is the castle located in relation to Lake Génos-Loudenvielle?

It overlooks the northern end of the lake, on the Pouy de Garet hill.

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Château fort de Genos stands in Génos (Hautes-Pyrénées), in the Occitanie region of France. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

On the Pouy de Garet hill, at the edge of Lake Génos-Loudenvielle, stands a square watchtower dating from the 13th century, the remains of a fortified castle first recorded in 1256. The quadrangular enclosure surrounding it reflects a modest but ancient defensive structure, typical of the Louron valley. The site is mainly worth visiting for its dominant position and its view over the lake.

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The square watchtower stands about 9 metres high and has only one window, facing south.
The site sits on a hilltop overlooking the lake, so reaching it involves a walk uphill.
As no opening hours or fees are given, this appears to be an open-air site with free access rather than a guided monument.
Located in the Louron valley in the Hautes-Pyrénées, it can be visited as part of a stay around Lake Génos-Loudenvielle.

Where this château is

Génos · Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie

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How old is the Génos castle?: It dates from the 13th century, first mentioned in a Comminges document in 1256.
What remains of the castle today?: A square watchtower about 9 metres high, surrounded by a quadrangular enclosure wall.
Can you visit the Génos castle with a guide?: No information mentions organised tours or opening hours, so it appears to be an open-air site with free access.
Where is the castle located in relation to Lake Génos-Loudenvielle?: It overlooks the northern end of the lake, on the Pouy de Garet hill.