Burg Saint-Sauveur-de-Cruzières

Burg Saint-Sauveur-de-Cruzières is a stone castle perched on a hilltop in the Ardèche that overlooks the surrounding valley. The structure features towers and defensive walls that showcase its medieval function as a fortified stronghold.

The castle was built in the 12th century by the Knights Templar and served long as a fortress in the region. After the Templar order was disbanded, it came under church control.

The castle takes its name from Saint Savior and reflects the religious importance of the site during medieval times. Visitors can still see the stone structures that echo this connection to the past.

The castle is privately owned and available for rent as a holiday home, making an extended stay possible for visitors. It remains open year-round following thorough renovation work.

The fortress contains an underground water system from Roman times that once supplied villas in the valley below. This remarkable feature shows how older structures were later incorporated into the medieval construction.

Location: Saint-Sauveur-de-Cruzières

GPS coordinates: 44.29663,4.24806

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:20