Château-Dauphin, Medieval castle in Pontgibaud, France
The Château-Dauphin features a double keep with a round tower integrated into a square structure, surrounded by six remaining defensive towers.
Robert I, Count of Auvergne, built the castle in the 12th century, naming it after the dolphin symbol present in his coat of arms.
The castle holds a museum dedicated to regional silver mining activities, displaying artifacts and documents from 19th-century mining operations.
Visitors can access the castle through guided tours lasting 60 minutes, with adult tickets priced at 7 euros and children at 4 euros.
The castle contains a sunken vegetable garden from the 16th century, which maintains its historical design and received classification as a monument.
Location: Pontgibaud
GPS coordinates: 45.83389,2.85472
Latest update: May 24, 2025 20:46
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