Tour penchée de Soyons

The quadrangular stone tower rises on three levels with vaulted chambers and daylight slots, standing atop the Malpas plateau at 218 meters altitude.

Built between the late 12th and early 13th centuries, the tower endured multiple sieges during religious wars until its partial demolition by royal forces in 1629.

The tower marks the location where ancient Segovellauni people established their settlement and practiced rituals dedicated to their deity Soïo from the 7th century BC.

The tower remains accessible year-round, offering views across the Rhone valley, the Vercors massif to the east, and the Ventoux massif to the south.

The tower's current tilt resulted from incomplete demolition attempts that weakened its base, making it the last remaining structure of medieval fortifications.

Location: Soyons

GPS coordinates: 44.88660,4.84884

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:53