Château de Saint-Blancard, Medieval castle in Saint-Blancard, France.
The castle features a neo-Gothic interior design and towers with elements dating from the 14th century, alongside modern additions from the 19th century renovations.
Archaeological excavations in 1889 revealed continuous site occupation since antiquity, with an agreement signed in 1303 between villagers and Pierre d'Orbessan for castle construction.
The castle's west and south walls were demolished to open views of the Pyrenees mountains, integrating the structure with the natural landscape of the region.
The privately owned castle requires advance arrangements for visits, with certain areas restricted to maintain preservation of the historical structure.
During World War II, the castle served as a sanctuary for Egyptian antiquities from the Louvre Museum through efforts of Jacques Jaujard and Christiane Desroches Noblecourt.
Location: Cap d'Astarac
GPS coordinates: 43.34500,0.64750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 03:00
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