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The Top 12 Castles in Tarn

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 12

beautiful castles to choose from in Tarn. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 21, 2025

Palais de la Berbie

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The palace, with its courtyard of honour and two towers, is still very well preserved. Built in the 13th century, the palace now houses the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum, which displays a …

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Château de Penne

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Classified as a charming village, Penne has retained its authenticity with its narrow streets lined with half-timbered houses and corbels, its old grain measures, its andrones, its mullioned windows and Louis XIII doors.

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Laguépie Castle Ruins and River Swimming Spots

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Laguépie is a pretty village at the crossroads of Viaur and Aveyron. Upon arrival, several swimming spots in Viaur are within your reach. There are even inflatable installations for children. A well-deserved refreshing break given the surrounding hills.

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View of the Bruniquel castles

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Magnificent castles dominating the valleys of Aveyron and Vère from its rocky spur. The village is classified among the most beautiful villages in France.

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Château de Thuriès et Barrage du Viaur

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Meander on the Viaur having eroded a formidable rocky outcrop ideal for the establishment of a castle from the 13th century on the road leading from Toulouse to Lyon.
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View of the Château de Grandval

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View of the ruins of Grandval castle on the Dadou. Abandoned, the castle was swallowed up by the construction of the Razisse dam... It is more or less uncovered depending on the floods.

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Château de Saint-Géry

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The Château de Saint-Géry, which dates from 1229 and which has been modified over the centuries, mixes medieval and Louis XIII styles. It survived the Revolution and was owned by …

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Château du Buc

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Magnificent estate in the region with its 1900 castle built on much older foundations (it was built between 1607 and 1684 by the Teissier family from Albi).

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Château de Sauveterre

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Sauveterre castle is private property but you can visit it and discover its fascinating painting exhibition!

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View of Château de Castelnau-de-Lévis

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This path between Labastide-de-Lévis and Castelnau-de-Lévis takes part of the Boussières hiking trail. Several hiking trails will allow you to discover this pretty corner.
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Looking for the best castles somewhere else? Discover other guides in Tarn:

The Top 12 Castles in Tarn

Palais de la Berbie

Château de Penne

Laguépie Castle Ruins and River Swimming Spots

View of the Bruniquel castles

Château de Thuriès et Barrage du Viaur

View of the Château de Grandval

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