Château de l'Hers

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Château de l'Hers, Medieval castle ruin and winery in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France.

The stone remains of Château de l'Hers include a lower chamber of the medieval keep and sections of a fourteenth-century round tower along the ramparts.

The castle functioned as a control point for river traffic since late antiquity, with archaeological evidence indicating its presence as early as the sixth century.

The estate contributes to the wine production of Châteauneuf-du-Pape by cultivating thirteen grape varieties including Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsaut, and Roussanne.

The site received monument historique status in 1973, marking its protection as a significant historical structure within the French heritage system.

Archaeological excavations near the castle uncovered an ancient necropolis dating from the sixth and seventh centuries, adjacent to the original chapel location.

Location: Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Address: l'Hers

GPS coordinates: 44.05415,4.79164

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48

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