Tour de Brison

Tour de Brison is a medieval stone tower in Sanilhac positioned on a ridge overlooking the Tanaigue valley. The tower has long served as a fire-watching post and commands views across the surrounding mountain landscape.

This tower is a remnant of a larger medieval fortress that originally contained three towers. Other structures from the original complex were later integrated into a new castle built lower on the slope, while this tower maintained its independent standing.

Local residents formed the Friends of Tour de Brison association in the late 20th century to preserve and restore this medieval monument.

The tower is accessible year-round without any entry fees. The location is reachable on foot and serves as a natural stopping point for people hiking through the Ardèche region.

Local folklore tells of the devil taking a stone from the tower each New Year's Eve at midnight. This legend is grounded in the observable reality that stones have indeed fallen from the structure over time.

Location: Sanilhac (Ardèche)

Elevation above the sea: 772 m

GPS coordinates: 44.54480,4.22995

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:24