Château de Montrognon, Medieval castle ruins in Ceyrat, France
The circular tower remnants of Château de Montrognon stand at 17 meters high on a volcanic hill, overlooking the surrounding valleys at 699 meters elevation.
Robert I constructed the fortress in 1190 after losing Château de Clermont, but Cardinal Richelieu ordered its demolition in 1633 to diminish noble power.
The castle's name originates from Latin 'mons rugosus', meaning rugged mountain, reflecting the rocky terrain of its volcanic foundation.
Visitors can access the castle ruins freely throughout the year, though caution is necessary due to unstable stones and remaining structural elements.
In 1884, two treasure hunters were trapped under castle debris while searching for Templar gold, leading to one fatality after seven days of entrapment.
Location: Ceyrat
GPS coordinates: 45.73090,3.07939
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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