Château de Beaucens

Description

The Chateau of Beaucens is a former castle of the Viscounts of Lavedan dating mainly from the 14th century. The site was transformed into a zoo, the Keep of Eagles, where there are Birds of prey flying around the ruins of the castle with a view of the Gaves valley.

Address
Place du Donjon 1, Beaucens, France

Established
14th century

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