The Top 5 Castles around Comus
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Comus. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Comus. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 3, 2025
Montségur Castle is located at an altitude of 1200 metres and is the symbol of the Cathars and of the resistance against the French occupiers. The castle could hold 500 …
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In 1243, the Castle of Montségur was the main stronghold of the Cathars. During the Third Albigensian Crusade, the Crusader army besieged the castle, initially unsuccessfully. Catapults could not be …
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Montaillou Castle is located in the French department of Ariège. It is a medieval fortress already documented in the 13th century, today in a state of ruin. Located on a …
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MonTailOU is located at an altitude of about 1200 meters, has only about 30 inhabitants and has an impressive history with heretics and Cathars.
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The most impregnable of the Cathar castles. The Cathars finally surrendered after an 11-month siege.
The choice was conversion to the Roman Catholic Church or the stake. 200 Cathars chose the stake...
The choice was conversion to the Roman Catholic Church or the stake. 200 Cathars chose the stake...
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