Embedded in the limestone of the cliff, the old town, classified among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France", forms an amphitheater at the edge of the gorges. A picturesque site …
The castle is located on the basalt field of the old volcano of Craux and dominates the valleys of Volane and Sandron. The castle was built in the 11th century …
This basaltic plateau actually housed two castles, one on the eastern slope and the other on the western slope. The eastern castle has disappeared, leaving the tower of the western castle balanced on the edge of the rocky plateau.
The castle is rebuilt by students (architects, archaeologists, etc.) and craftsmen. You can get there - if the team is there during the holidays - virtually private tours and learn a lot about the history of the castle.
After a fairly pleasant climb, you arrive at a magnificent point of view. Going back down to Lussas, you enjoy a very pleasant descent for more than 3km.