Château de Pomayrols, Pomayrols, France

Château de Pomayrols may have been built in the 10th century. Its existence is attested since 1261 in the marriage certificate of Guillemette the Pons de Cayrodes' sister. The current castle, at least what us remains about it, was completed in 1446. It results from rehandlings and enlargings carried out on the castle of origin.

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Hervé Rebours (9 months ago)
Very beautiful remains of a 15th century castle, partly restored

Jean Louis Laurent (3 years ago)
Pretty little village with its castle to see.

Lolo guste (4 years ago)
Very beautiful village for a short hike overlooking the mountains

melissa bagnagna (4 years ago)
Very friendly place to hike

Cisco edgard (4 years ago)
Very pretty village. Too bad the castle cannot be visited.

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