Château de Varax, Medieval castle in Saint-Paul-de-Varax, France
The castle features two remaining wings constructed with pink bricks, reflecting in a water feature that replaced the former fruit tree courtyard.
The fortress endured a Savoyard assault in 1332 during the war against the Dauphins of Viennois and underwent reconstruction after 1593 damages.
The structure represents medieval architecture from the 14th and 15th centuries, incorporating defensive elements common to fortifications in the Ain department.
The private property, located at 01240 Saint-Paul-de-Varax, remains closed to public visits, with protection status for its facades and roofs since 1981.
An artificial mound measuring 38 meters in diameter forms the base of the original 13th-century fortification with its lower courtyard.
Location: Saint-Paul-de-Varax
GPS coordinates: 46.09970,5.14275
Latest update: June 7, 2025 02:54
Église Saint-Paul de Saint-Paul-de-Varax
1 km
Musée Louis-Jourdan de Saint-Paul-de-Varax
1 km
Église Saint-Nizier de Saint-Nizier-le-Désert
5 km
Église Saint-André de Saint-André-le-Bouchoux
5.2 km
Golf de la Bresse
5.1 km
Église Saint-Germain de Lent
4.7 km
Église Saint-Maurice de Dompierre-sur-Veyle
5.7 km
Église Saint-Georges de Servas
4 km
Église Saint-André de Saint-André-sur-Vieux-Jonc
6.3 km
War memorial of Saint-Paul-de-Varax
1.1 km
Town hall of Saint-Nizier-le-Désert
5 km
War memorial of Servas
4 km
War memorial of Saint-Nizier-le-Désert
5 km
War memorial of Le Logis
5.2 km
War memorial of Dompierre-sur-Veyle
5.7 km
Town hall of Servas
4.1 km
Town hall of Lent
4.7 km
War memorial of Lent
4.7 km
Cemetery cross of Dompierre-sur-Veyle
5.9 km
Town hall of Saint-André-le-Bouchoux
5.3 km
Town hall of Saint-Paul-de-Varax
1 km
Tour de l'Horloge de Lent
4.6 km
War memorial of Saint-André-sur-Vieux-Jonc
6.3 km
Town hall of Dompierre-sur-Veyle
5.8 km
War memorial of Saint-André-le-Bouchoux
5.3 km
Plaque commémorative à Lent
4.6 km
Cemetery cross of Saint-Paul-de-Varax
1.5 km
Cemetery cross of Saint-Nizier-le-Désert
4.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes