Château de Miremont, Medieval fortress in Chalvignac, France.
Château de Miremont sits on a basalt plateau at 640 meters elevation where the Labiou and Dordogne rivers meet. The remaining structure displays two high curtain walls and circular tower bases that once formed the fortress's defense system.
The fortress came under attack in the 12th century and was later captured by English forces. A French marquis ordered its partial demolition in 1777 because maintenance costs had become too expensive.
The site held strategic importance for the region and continues to shape how people view this landscape. The ruins tell a story about how communities built and protected their homes in medieval times.
The site is accessible by foot from the surrounding area and is visible from the approach path. Wear sturdy shoes since the terrain is uneven and access involves walking over rough ground.
The ruins received official protection as a heritage site in 1973, which preserved them in their current state. This designation makes the location particularly valuable for anyone studying medieval fortifications.
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