Château de Beauvoir, Medieval castle in Échassières, France.
Château de Beauvoir is a medieval fortified residence in the Bourbonnais region dating from around the 12th century. The estate comprises gardens and outbuildings including an Orangerie that served residential and agricultural purposes.
The castle was built around 1200 and originally belonged to the Le Loup family, who established it as a fortified stronghold. In the early 16th century it passed to the Alègre family, who expanded and adapted the property over generations.
The castle takes its name from its vantage point and role as a lookout post over the surrounding lands. Visitors can still see the original stone architecture that defines its medieval character.
The estate provides various areas to explore, including gardens and spaces within different buildings, making it accessible for self-guided visits. The layout allows visitors to walk through multiple sections at their own pace without requiring special preparation.
The castle now serves as the headquarters of the Société des kaolins de Beauvoir, a company extracting high-quality kaolin deposits beneath the property. This industrial presence connects the medieval past with modern economic activity at the same location.
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