Château d'Usson, Medieval castle ruins in Rouze, France.
The castle stands on a rocky promontory at 633 meters elevation, featuring remains of fortifications and classical architectural elements from different periods.
Built in the late 10th century by the counts of Carcassonne and Cerdagne, the fortress controlled access to the Aude valley and provided shelter to Cathar refugees.
The Heritage House, located in former stables, displays archaeological artifacts and recreates traditional mountain life across 700 square meters of exhibition space.
The castle welcomes group visits of 8 or more people throughout the year, with guided tours available on weekends and Wednesdays from September to October.
A complex ventilation system in the medieval vaulted room allowed for long-term food preservation during extended periods of siege.
Location: Rouze
Address: Usson
GPS coordinates: 42.73556,2.08750
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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