Rabastens - château de Saint-Géry, Medieval castle in Rabastens, France.

Saint-Géry Castle is a medieval fortress with three residential wings arranged around an interior courtyard, while the fourth side opens toward a forecourt with outbuildings. The structure displays typical castle architecture with thick walls and practical room layout.

The castle was founded in the 13th century as a fortified residence and was seized in 1349 by order of King Philip VI, then given to Antoine de Baulat for rebuilding. It later served as a home for several important families over the centuries.

Three families have owned Saint-Géry over six centuries, and the present owners descend from the Rey family that bought it in 1728. The room where Richelieu slept in 1629 keeps his name and its period furniture. A stone bearing the Rabastens coat of arms is the only remnant of the original building.

Only part of the château is open to the public, and only for a few days during the summer season, so check opening days before travelling. Access runs from the forecourt, framed by outbuildings, past the two sphinxes at the courtyard entrance; the west facade opens onto a terrace above the Tarn.

Only three families owned Saint-Géry over six centuries, which the sources call exceptional. The château also keeps a room named after Richelieu, who stayed there in 1629 and slept in it with its period furniture. A stone bearing the arms of the Rabastens is the sole remnant of the original building.