Quérigut Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Ariège Pyrenees, France
The medieval fortress stands at 729 meters elevation, featuring a main tower and remnants of fortified stone walls overlooking the mountain landscape.
The castle, documented in 1208, transferred from the So family to the Counts of Foix, marking a significant shift in regional power dynamics.
The structure represents a crucial element of French medieval military architecture, demonstrating the defense strategies used near the Franco-Spanish border.
Visitors can access the castle throughout the year starting from the village post office, with Restaurant Le Laurenti nearby offering regional dishes.
Local inhabitants salvaged stones from the castle after its 1710 declaration of irreparability, incorporating medieval materials into their residential buildings.
Location: Quérigut
GPS coordinates: 42.69940,2.09778
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:57
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