When was the tower of Arles built?

It dates to the second half of the thirteenth century and represents the seat of feudal power from that period.

What can be seen inside?

The murals in the upper chamber are the main feature: they depict a tournament scene and medieval geometric decoration.

What is the connection to Sully?

The monument belonged in the seventeenth century to Sully, who held the title of baron of Caussade.

Tour d'Arles

Caussade

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Where: Caussade

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Tour d'Arles stands in Caussade (Tarn-et-Garonne), in the Occitanie region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: second half of the 13th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The tower of Arles has stood over Caussade since the mid-thirteenth century. Built of brick, it preserves four superimposed levels and a cellar, remains of a feudal fortress. Medieval murals survive in the upper chamber, depicting a tournament scene and geometric patterns, protected as a historical monument.

What to know

The original crenellations, merlons and machicolations have disappeared over the centuries.
The tower belonged to the baron of Caussade in the seventeenth century, notably to Sully.
The murals in the upper chamber have been included in the historical monument protection since 1989.
Opening hours and visiting arrangements are not specified: inquire with Caussade town hall.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	08:00-19:00
Wednesday	08:00-19:00
Thursday (today)	08:00-19:00
Friday	08:00-19:00
Saturday	08:00-19:00
Sunday	08:00-19:00

Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

Where this château is

Caussade · Tarn-et-Garonne · Occitanie

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Address

14 Place Notre Dame, 82300 Caussade

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Château phone number

+33 5 63 26 04 04

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00095731
Period of construction: second half of the 13th century

Frequently asked

When was the tower of Arles built?: It dates to the second half of the thirteenth century and represents the seat of feudal power from that period.
What can be seen inside?: The murals in the upper chamber are the main feature: they depict a tournament scene and medieval geometric decoration.
What is the connection to Sully?: The monument belonged in the seventeenth century to Sully, who held the title of baron of Caussade.