Château de Beynac, Medieval castle in Beynac-et-Cazenac, France.
The castle stands on a limestone cliff 200 meters above the Dordogne River, featuring double-walled fortifications and watchtowers spanning multiple architectural periods.
Construction of the fortress began in the 12th century, becoming a key stronghold during the Hundred Years' War when it marked the boundary between French and English territories.
The States' Hall contains a Renaissance fireplace and connects to an oratory with 15th-century frescoes depicting religious scenes from medieval times.
The castle opens daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering guided tours in multiple languages and an alternate access route through the main village street.
A 17th-century painted ceiling adorns the castle apartments, while the medieval kitchen maintains its original equipment, including a bread oven and smoking chamber.
Location: Beynac-et-Cazenac
Inception: 12 century
Website: http://chateau-beynac.com
GPS coordinates: 44.84028,1.14528
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37
This French region contains medieval castles, underground churches, prehistoric caves and remote villages. From Dordogne to the Pyrenees, visitors encounter historical structures, natural formations and cultural sites. The region features Roman collegiate churches, fortresses carved into rock and lighthouses on the Atlantic coast.
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