Tour Magdala, Neo-Gothic tower in Rennes-le-Château, France
The Tour Magdala rises at the western edge of Father Saunière's estate, featuring a spiral staircase and a viewing platform with mountain vistas.
Father Bérenger Saunière initiated the construction of Tour Magdala in 1906, designating it initially as Tour d'Horloge in the original architectural plans.
The tower name references the biblical village of Magdala, associated with Mary Magdalene, while incorporating elements of Gothic Revival architecture in its design.
Visitors can access the tower daily from March through November between 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM for an entry fee of 6 euros.
The tower features 22 spiral steps, corresponding to July 22nd, Mary Magdalene's feast day, and contains a red dot on its final tile.
Location: Rennes-le-Château
Inception: 1900s
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
GPS coordinates: 42.92783,2.26198
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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