Château de Gavaudun
A hideout for heretics in the 11th and 12th centuries, rebuilt in the 13th century, Gavaudun Castle has a defensive system remarkably suited to the site (daylight wells, curtain walls crowning the spur, 6-level keep). It overlooks the Haute Vallée de la Lède. Visiting Gavaudun means storming the keep. As you pass through the entrance carved into the rock, you can discover the fortress's astonishing architecture, admire the breathtaking view of the village and learn about its history thanks to a variety of entertaining guided tours.
In summer season, treasure hunts, storytelling mornings, stone cutting, abseiling and other activities bring the castle to life.
Opening time
Open from 12 April to 30 September 2026
Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm, and every day in July and August.
Last admission at 5pm.
Labels
Registered monuments and sites - Registered and listed sites
Services, equipments and comforts
Picnic area
Spoken languages
French - English - Dutch
Means of payment
Payment cards - Cheques and postal orders - 
- E-chèques vacances (ANCV) - Cash
Prices
Adults (aged 16 and over): €6
Children (aged 6-16): €4
Children (under 6): free
Residents of Gavaudun: free
Discounted rate (job seekers, students, disabled visitors, with supporting documentation): €4
Groups (10 people or more) & works councils: €5 per person
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