Château de Saint-Martin de Toques, Medieval castle in Bizanet, France.
The stone fortress sits atop a hill near Fontfroide monastery, featuring circular towers, crenellated walls, and arrow slits integrated into natural rock formations.
Built in 978, the castle belonged to Viscounts of Narbonne until Italian families from Milan acquired it during the Renaissance period in the 16th century.
The castle includes a Roman chapel from the 12th century and an octagonal tower, reflecting the military and religious architecture of medieval Languedoc.
Located at coordinates 43.1289°N and 2.8691°E, the castle requires advance planning for visits as it remains under private ownership since its designation in 1926.
The castle walls contain short arrow slits and preserved battlements that follow the natural contours of the hilltop bedrock.
Location: Bizanet
GPS coordinates: 43.12890,2.86910
Latest update: May 27, 2025 18:59
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