Château de Dio-et-Valquières, Medieval castle in Dio-et-Valquières, France.
The Dio Castle features a central keep, fortified walls, and defensive structures including machicolations along the perimeter walls.
Built between the 11th and 14th centuries, the castle belonged to Ermessinde de Nogario before 1203, then to Deodat de Boussagues to control the Orb valley.
The historical monument displays an educational model showing the architectural transformations of the castle from the 12th and 17th centuries to present day.
Visitors can explore the restored edifice since 1997 through interventions by the Regional Direction of Cultural Affairs and private owners.
The castle retains a fiscal privilege from 1610 that exempted its successive owners from transfer duties and feudal taxes.
Location: Lunas-les-Châteaux
GPS coordinates: 43.66740,3.21112
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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