Savoie Tower, Medieval fortified tower in Aurignac, France.
The Savoie Tower stands as a stone fortification with thick walls, multiple floors, and defensive features characteristic of medieval military architecture.
During the Middle Ages, this tower served as a strategic observation post and defensive structure, controlling movement through the surrounding valleys.
The tower represents French medieval military engineering and construction methods, demonstrating the architectural knowledge of fortification builders in southern France.
Visitors can reach the tower by following the signs from Aurignac town center, with parking available within walking distance of the structure.
The tower maintains its original stone staircases and arrow slits, allowing visitors to experience authentic medieval defensive architecture.
Location: Aurignac
GPS coordinates: 43.21867,0.87999
Latest update: June 23, 2025 14:56
This collection presents historical sites across France that lie away from the usual tourist routes. From medieval fortifications to Roman structures, these locations provide direct access to different periods of French history. The selection includes fortified towers, amphitheatres, Celtic temples and prehistoric sites. The sites featured include Roman theatres such as the one in Orange, medieval castles in Auvergne, Gallo-Roman temples in the Pyrenees and Palaeolithic caves in the Dordogne. Each location documents specific aspects of the past, whether through architectural remains, cave paintings or archaeological finds. These sites allow visitors to explore French history from prehistory through the Roman occupation to the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The locations are spread across different regions and are often less crowded than the well-known monuments, allowing for quieter visits.
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Église Notre-Dame du Fréchet
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Église Saint-Gilles de Cassagnabère-Tournas
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Église de Mancioux
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Église Saint-Exupère de Boussens
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Église Saint-Félix d'Auzas
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