The Top 6 Castles around Bélesta
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 6
beautiful castles to choose from around Bélesta. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Bélesta. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 21, 2025
Château de Montségur
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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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Vue sur le Château de Montségur
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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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Château de Puivert
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From Wikipedia: "Puivert Castle was one of the Cathar castles in the early 13th century, but was completely rebuilt in the 14th century at its present location."
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Château de Montaillou
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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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Montaillou Village and Château Ruins
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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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