Tour del Far, Medieval tower in Tautavel, France
The stone tower stands at 498 meters altitude on a ridge separating the Verdouble valley from the plain of Roussillon in southern France.
The first documented mention of Tour del Far appears in 1341 when the lord and family resided there, with an inventory of weapons recorded in 1374.
The name combines Torre meaning tower and Far from Latin Pharus for light, reflecting its function as a signal tower in the medieval communication network.
Visitors reach Tour del Far through a marked hiking trail from Tautavel village, with the journey taking approximately one and half hours to complete.
The tower features an iron cage used for signaling purposes, which underwent repairs in July 1430 to maintain its communication capabilities.
Location: Tautavel
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 42.80530,2.76190
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
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