Self-guided visit of Puyguilhem Castle
CastlesThe castle of Puyguilhem was built in the first third of the sixteenth century, on the site of a medieval den, for Mondot de La Marthonia, first president of the Guyenne parliament, then in 1515 of the Paris parliament. This lawyer close to Francis I seconded Louise de Savoie, mother of the king, when she was in charge of the affairs of the kingdom during the first Italian campaign. The building of the castle, begun in 1510, was still unfinished in 1517 after the death of Mondot de La Marthonia. It was his brother, bishop of Dax, who led the work to completion in 1534.
Located in a green setting, the castle of Puyguilhem gradually reveals its high roofs, its stumps of carved chimneys and its sumptuous skylights. Its very rich carved decoration is marked by Italianism dear to French Renaissance artists. Inside, you can admire an exceptional fireplace showing the work of Hercules and the splendid 16th century frame.
- Warning: Last access to the monument one hour before closing.
- The parking lot is located close to the monument. Access the castle in 2 to 3 minutes walk by a straight path. The road is also accessible by vehicle to drop people with reduced mobility as close to the castle.
- Visit the free park.
- Dogs accepted outside and kept on leash.
€7.00 €1.50
Contact
891 rue Mondot de la Marthonie
24530 Villars
+33 553 54 82 18
www.chateau-puyguilhem.fr
Free or commented visit of the castle of Puyguilhem, lasting about 1h.
Warning: Last access to the monument one hour before closing.
Horaires d'ouverture
- From 1 to 30 April : 10am - 12.30pm and 2pm - 5.30pm, Closed on Monday
- From May 2 to August 31 : 10:00 - 12:30 and 14:00 - 18:30
- From 1 to 30 September : 10am - 12.30pm and 2pm - 5.30pm, Closed on Monday
- From 1 October to 31 March : 10am - 12.30pm and 2pm - 5.30pm, Closed on Monday and Tuesday
Warning: Last access to the monument one hour before closing. Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 1 and 11 November, 25 December.
Accessibility
- Handicap auditif
- Handicap mental
- Personnes âgées
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Poussette
Strollers not accepted on the first floor of the Renaissance house.
- Handicap visuel
Additional information
- Animaux
Puyguilhem Castle
The castle of Puyguilhem was built in the first third of the sixteenth century, on the site of a medieval den, for Mondot de La Marthonia, first president of the Guyenne parliament, then in 1515 of the Paris parliament. This lawyer close to Francis I seconded Louise de Savoie, mother of the king, when she was in charge of the affairs of the kingdom during the first Italian campaign. The building of the castle, begun in 1510, was still unfinished in 1517 after the death of Mondot de La Marthonia. It was his brother, bishop of Dax, who led the work to completion in 1534. Located in a green setting, the castle of Puyguilhem gradually reveals its high roofs, its stumps of carved chimneys and its sumptuous skylights. Its very rich carved decoration is marked by Italianism dear to French Renaissance artists. Inside, you can admire an exceptional fireplace showing the work of Hercules and the splendid 16th century frame.