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The history of the fort dates back to the Middle Ages, when Leucate became a border town, bordering two kingdoms. This castle was the counterpart to that of Salses, on the Spanish side. Numerous events punctuated its history, including repeated episodes of war and several memorable sieges. The most famous is undoubtedly that of 1590, during which Françoise de Cézelly earned her heroic status thanks to her heroic resistance. The fort's architecture has undergone several variations. The first, from the Middle Ages (12th and 13th centuries), was very rudimentary, with a keep originally made of wood, then quickly rebuilt in stone, and a simple manor house, which were more or less sufficient to withstand the weapons of the time. A second stone wall was built during the 13th century, taking into account the growing strategic importance of the place. It was during the Renaissance (early 16th century) that Leucate Castle underwent its greatest evolution. This was partly necessitated by the damage caused by the siege of 1590. It employed a concept that was avant-garde for the time: bastioned enclosures, devised by a handful of Italian architects, including Leonardo da Vinci. The goal was to adapt fortresses to advances in artillery. This technique would reach its peak some 150 years later with the "Vauban-style" fortresses, characterized by their star-shaped shape. It has recently been revealed that Leucate Castle was the first prototype built in Europe using this principle. The signing of the Treaty of the Pyrenees in 1659 by King Louis XIV definitively put an end to the border problems with Spain. At the same time, the castle's strategic value disappeared. As it was costly to maintain, first to the Province and then to the Crown, it was decided to destroy it outright. The concept of heritage was obviously nonexistent at the time. The project was awarded to a mason from Narbonne, who was given access to the gunpowder stored in the fortress's casemates. By 1665, the project was completed, and Leucate Castle had taken on the appearance it has today. The building was listed as a historic monument in 2006 (Wikipedia)

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Interesting remains of an ancient fortification, recently completely restored

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Superb fortress whose history is little-known and interesting. The included guided tour is a must!

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A building worth seeing, there is an entrance fee.

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Former 17th century fort used to monitor the Mediterranean. The building also served as a beacon (a sort of lighthouse).

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Former 17th century fort used for surveillance of the Mediterranean. The building also served as a beacon (kind of beacon).

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Huge and impressive fortifications

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great ride with the wind that goes with it

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Superb ride

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Time seems suspended in this ruined castle.

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You have a beautiful view of the sea

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Full of nature, stony path a little technical, arrived at the "abandoned" village, return to climb to the ruins of the castle, beautiful view bridge, extra for black and white photos with heavy sky

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Worth seeing fortress, which is definitely worth a visit. Impressively thick walls, simply gigantic

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The monument is open every day: From May 19 to September 30: 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. non-stop From October 1 to March 31: 10:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. and 2 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing. SALSES FORTRESS RATE: Ticket valid for one year from the date of purchase: € 8.00 Free under 18: This ticket is conditional on the purchase of an individual price ticket, as all minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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in the summer months the village is restored and the canteen is open in the evenings.

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The village is not completely deserted in summer, a couple of nature lovers are still there, and there is also something to quench your thirst...

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The village is not a highlight for everyone ^^

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Worth seeing historic fortress

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Very worth seeing gigantic fortress. Beautiful!

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Former border fortress in the French-Spanish border area. A mixture of medieval castle and modern fortress.

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