Château de Mauzun, Medieval fortress in Mauzun, France.
The black walls of Château de Mauzun extend across five hectares and include twenty defensive towers built from local volcanic stone.
The fortress changed hands from the Counts of Auvergne to the Bishops of Clermont in 1207 to prevent confiscation by the French crown.
This structure stands as a primary example of medieval military architecture and demonstrates the power of Clermont bishops in the 13th century.
The castle sits 25 kilometers from Clermont-Ferrand and maintains regular opening hours for visitors to explore its structural remains.
Construction materials came directly from the volcano where the castle stands, resulting in a monolithic black stone structure.
Location: Mauzun
GPS coordinates: 45.70540,3.42862
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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