Château de Foix

Château de Foix is a medieval castle perched on a limestone outcrop high above the town of Foix in the Pyrenees. Three towers of different shapes form a triangular structure that rises distinctly from the landscape and commands views across the Ariège valley.

The castle began as a power center for the Counts of Foix starting in the 11th century and underwent several expansions over time. A third tower was added during the medieval period to strengthen its defensive capabilities.

The fortress defines local identity today, as people view it as a symbol of their heritage and connection to place. Visitors sense this bond through the castle's constant presence in the town's architecture and commerce.

Access is reached via a walking path that climbs from town to the castle and involves some elevation gain. Once there, visitors find a medieval exhibition and can explore the surroundings from the terraces.

One of the towers once housed a prison that operated until the mid-1800s before being repurposed. The same space was later transformed into the current exhibition, giving visitors insight into the medieval past.

Location: Foix

Opening Hours: Holidays,Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:30

Phone: +33561051010

Website: http://sites-touristiques-ariege.fr/sites-touristiques-ariege/chateau-de-foix

GPS coordinates: 42.96570,1.60476

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02