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Puilaurens Castle

Castles and defenses sites

Presentation

A strategic site, perched at 697-metres on Mount Ardu, Château de Puilaurens stands on a rocky spur overlooking the village surrounded by a forest of firs. France’s southernmost fortress prevented access to the Fenouillèdes for 4 centuries. It is a unique example of fortifications commanded by a central stronghold, the Cité de Carcassonne to defend a territory and the border with the kingdom of Aragon in the 13th century. The construction of the fortress on this steep site demonstrates great architectural prowess. It is an impressive visual landmark in a remarkable and preserved landscape.
The first stones can be seen from the entrance! At the end of the path stands an impressive winding staircase, then the entrance door to the castle. After passing the murder hole, the main courtyard is revealed The surrounding wall with niches and towers open over the gorge are steeped in history.
Last admission 20 minutes before closing.

Puilaurens Castle
Route du château PUILAURENS 11140
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Openning Time(s)

From the 22/03/2025 to the 30/04/2025
Monday10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
Thurday10:00 - 17:00
Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 17:00
From the 01/05/2025 to the 30/06/2025
Monday10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday10:00 - 18:00
Thurday10:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 18:00
Saturday10:00 - 18:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00
From the 01/07/2025 to the 31/08/2025
Monday09:30 - 18:30
Tuesday09:30 - 18:30
Wednesday09:30 - 18:30
Thurday09:30 - 18:30
Friday09:30 - 18:30
Saturday09:30 - 18:30
Sunday09:30 - 18:30
From the 01/09/2025 to the 30/09/2025
Monday10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday10:00 - 18:00
Thurday10:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 18:00
Saturday10:00 - 18:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00
From the 01/10/2025 to the 11/11/2025
Monday10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
Thurday10:00 - 17:00
Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 17:00

Spoken language(s)

  • French
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish

Labels

  • Classé aux monuments historiques
  • Inscrit aux monuments historiques

Practical information

  • Pets allowed
  • Group allowed

Service deliveries

Amenities

  • Shop

Activities

  • Activities with a specific theme
  • Workshop for children
PricesPrice
(in €)
Adult full rate6€
Rate for children4€
Group rate/adult6€
Group rate/child3€
Adult full rate12€
Rate for children7€

Payment method

  • Credit card
  • Cheques and postal orders (F)
  • Holiday vouchers (F)
  • Cash
  • Eurocard - Mastercard
  • Money transfers
  • Visa

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