Tuc de Houns, Medieval castle ruins in Saint-Paul-en-Born, France
Two earthen mounds of 3 to 4 meters in height stand at the confluence of Escource and Canteloup rivers in the Landes region.
In 1255, Pierre de Homs, an English royal soldier, constructed this fortified structure under the authorization of King Henry III of England.
The castle mound represents a typical medieval defensive architecture of the Born region, built using local clay and stone blocks.
The archaeological site is accessible through a shaded walking path that connects to the Aureilhan lake and the old Saint Paul church.
The original fortress included wooden towers atop two mounds, with one serving as the lord's residence and the other housing peasants during threats.
Location: Saint-Paul-en-Born
GPS coordinates: 44.23310,-1.18139
Latest update: June 23, 2025 14:55
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