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TorreMataguerre

Name: TorreMataguerre
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Location: New Aquitaine, France

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2. Rue cité historique – Saint-Front Cathedral loop from Gare de Périgueux

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3. Saint-Front Cathedral – Rue cité historique loop from L'Agora

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Svanne

July 27, 2020

The Mataguerre tower is a French fortification tower dating from the thirteenth century located in Périgueux

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oscargynko

August 3, 2024

One of the towers that delimit the old town of the city.

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Paul Carnet-Pantiez

September 6, 2024

The Mataguerre Tower is a medieval monument located in Périgueux, in the Dordogne. It is one of the remains of the fortified walls that surrounded the city in the Middle Ages. Here is an overview of what you can discover about the Mataguerre Tower:

Points of interest of the Mataguerre Tower:

History and Function:

Defensive tower: Built in the 13th century, the Mataguerre Tower was part of the medieval fortifications of Périgueux. It was used to defend the city against invasions and attacks.
Evolution: The name "Mataguerre" means "war killer", which reflects its strategic role in the defense of the city.

Architecture:

Imposing structure: The tower is built of stone and has a cylindrical shape, characteristic of medieval fortifications. Its massive base and thick walls testify to its defensive function.

Medieval Elements: You can observe typical architectural elements of the Middle Ages, such as battlements and arrow slits, which allowed defenders to monitor and shoot at attackers.

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Elevation 100 m

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Friday 19 December

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16 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: New Aquitaine, France

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TorreMataguerre

1. Pont des Barris – Saint-Front Cathedral loop from Périgueux-Saint-Georges

2. Rue cité historique – Saint-Front Cathedral loop from Gare de Périgueux

3. Saint-Front Cathedral – Rue cité historique loop from L'Agora

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