Château de Lavauguyon, Medieval fortress in Maisonnais-sur-Tardoire, France
The castle features four substantial towers, deep moats, and extensive defensive walls positioned at the intersection of three French regions.
The Malessac family owned the castle in the 12th century until Richard the Lionheart's mercenaries attacked it, leading to its reconstruction in the 14th century.
The castle contains a Gothic chapel with flamboyant architecture and internal galleries connecting the towers through covered walkways within the curtain walls.
Located 20 kilometers from Rochechouart and 50 kilometers from Limoges, the castle requires 60,000 euros for urgent tower restoration work.
The fortress includes an advanced water management system in its moats, which could be emptied or filled according to defensive requirements.
Location: Maisonnais-sur-Tardoire
GPS coordinates: 45.73360,0.70806
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:08
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