Château de Najac, Medieval castle in Najac, France
The fortress stands 200 meters above the Aveyron River, featuring a rectangular inner bailey with defensive towers at each corner and along its walls.
The castle, constructed in 1253 by villagers under Alphonse de Poitiers' orders, replaced an older structure built in 1100 by Bertrand of St Gilles.
The fortress contains the Saint-Julien chapel, which preserves 13th-century frescoes and connects to other castle sections through hidden passages in the walls.
The castle offers guided tours from April through November, with extended hours during summer months and specific morning and afternoon visiting sessions.
The castle features 6.80-meter-high arrow slits, specifically designed to accommodate three archers simultaneously, setting a record for medieval defensive architecture.
Location: Najac
Address: rue du Château
GPS coordinates: 44.21833,1.97333
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42
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