Château de Beauvoir

The Château de Beauvoir sits on a hilltop with an L-shaped layout featuring three round corner towers and a square watchtower that links two main buildings. The structure combines different tower types that create a distinctive profile when viewed from the surrounding landscape.

The castle was built in the 13th century for the Breschard family and later fell under English control. Duke Louis II of Bourbon recaptured it following an eleven-day siege in 1369.

The grounds feature formal gardens redesigned in 1928 by landscape architect Joseph Treyve, with carefully arranged plantings and structured walkways following French design principles. Visitors can walk through these ordered garden spaces and observe how the landscape was intentionally shaped during that period.

The gardens remain open to visitors throughout the year. Opening hours vary by season, with longer access during warmer months and reduced hours during winter.

Gallo-Roman terracotta figurines were discovered during 19th century excavations on the site. These artifacts are now housed in the diocesan collection of Allier.

Location: Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre

GPS coordinates: 46.46660,3.63486

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04