Château de Montgey

Montgey, France

Perched on a hill overlooking the plain of Revel, Château de Montgey is beautiful private castle built in the 12th, 13th and 17th centuries and the church and its newly restored tower.

If it is difficult to date the first castle, there is no doubt that it existed at the beginning of the 13th century. During the crusade of the Albigenses, in spring 1211, the Crusaders suffered a crushing defeat at the Battle of Montgey. In retaliation, Simon de Montfort, destroyed village and castel. It is rebuilt quickly after by his lord, Jourdain de Roquefort, a close to the count of Toulouse Raymond VII.

The castle changes owner several times, according to sales, marriages or legacies, passing the wars of religion without damage. Adjoining buildings are built on vaulted cellar in the 18th century outside the ramparts and a small crenellated dungeon overlooking the roofs in the 19th century.

Address

Montgey, France

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

Rating

4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus (48,8 km)
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User Reviews

Stéphane GREULICH (6 months ago)
Very happy to have been able to visit the castle during heritage days otherwise it is not open to the public so don't expect to be able to visit it ?

Odette Adam Goxes (7 months ago)
Very happy to have finally been able to visit this castle, well organized visit, very competent guide on the historical past of the place, a regret at not having been able to visit the interior, at least part of the house

Laurent SARTORIO (7 months ago)
Beautiful and very friendly owners.

Alain Kedha (10 months ago)
We were not able to visit

juba pota (2 years ago)
The Château des Montgey, open during Heritage Days! A 360 degree view from the top of the tower!

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