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The tower

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The tower is the sole remaining part of an 11th century feudal castle destroyed during the wars of religion. The tower can be easily accessed during a pleasant walk. There remains a long wall which was part of the castle walls.

Overlooking the village and the valley and built on a castle mound, the tower can be seen from afar and reminds us that it was there to keep watch over a commune at a time when looting was rife.

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Throughout the year : open daily.

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Free of charge

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Coordinates

45.076170, 4.891881

DMS

45°04'34.2"N 4°53'30.8"E

UTM

31T 648911 4993153

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26600 Mercurol-Veaunes
+33 6 61 14 15 56 E-mail: lesamisdelatour.mercurol@gmail.com

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