Brioude

The Top 6 Castles around Brioude

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 Brioude. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Château de Chavaniac-Lafayette

Château de Saint-Ilpize

Ruins of the Château de Domeyrat

Château de Bosbomparent

Auzon

Blesle Historic Village

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Château de Chavaniac-Lafayette
Hiking Highlight
If in Auvergne there are several personalities who have marked history, the Marquis de Lafayette is one of the most important. Both a great craftsman in the American Revolutionary War …
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Château de Saint-Ilpize
Hiking Highlight
This castle is definitely worth a visit. From this ancient fortress, you will have an incredible view of the village of Saint-Ilpize and Villeneuve d'Allier. Its strategic position allowed the Dauphins of Auvergne to monitor the Allier gorges.
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Ruins of the Château de Domeyrat
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Imposing building currently being restored by a team of enthusiasts. I think it can be visited (paying, to finance the restoration I imagine).
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Château de Bosbomparent
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Bosbomparent Castle was built between the 13th and 15th centuries. It is a must-see of Brivadois heritage. Concerts and activities take place during the summer period in the castle.
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Auzon
Cycling Highlight
At the crossroads of the Limagne plain and the slopes of Livradois, Auzon bears witness to its medieval remains, including certain historical monuments: a church, a castle and winding, cobbled …
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Blesle Historic Village
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The village of Blesle, dominated by the organs of Chadecol, is a magnificent village (listed as "The most beautiful villages in France") which owes its growth to the establishment of …
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