Château de l'Escoublère

The Château de l'Escoublère is a Renaissance castle with a distinctive entrance tower topped by bell-shaped domes and double windows framed by pilasters. The pentagon-shaped courtyard contains a stone well and is surrounded by buildings that form the original fortified structure.

Jean des Salles built the original structure between 1530 and 1535 as a Renaissance residence in the region. During the Wars of Religion in the late 16th century, fortifications were reinforced to better protect the estate.

The well in the courtyard displays a Latin inscription from 1570 that reflects the concerns of those living through the Wars of Religion. These words show how personal faith provided refuge during times of great uncertainty.

The castle's exterior areas open to visitors during summer months and the property participates in national heritage day events. Plan your visit for these times to explore the grounds and see the main features.

Access to the castle passes through a gatehouse protected by two towers, originally reached by a drawbridge that was later replaced with a stone bridge. This change altered how the entrance functioned and remains visible in the structure today.