Château de Padern, Medieval castle ruins in Padern, France.
The stone fortress stands on a limestone peak above the Verdouble river, with a high polygonal enclosure and deteriorated residential buildings.
King Charles III granted the territory to Lagrasse Abbey in 899, while the first mention of the fortification dates from 1026.
The castle became a refuge for Occitan knights including Chabert de Barbeira during their resistance against the French crown.
The castle remains are accessible through a marked path from the village, requiring careful walking due to falling stones and steep terrain.
The fortress changed ownership multiple times between the Abbey of Lagrasse and private owners until its final abandonment in the 18th century.
Location: Padern
GPS coordinates: 42.86750,2.65560
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
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