Lespinasse Castel

This fortress was standing before the 12th century. It has always been lived in, and escaped destruction and bad restorations. It is the most ancient monument in the region of Brioude. In 1110 a tower was built to protect the castle.

In 1187, the Chevalier d'Aure, Seigneur de Lespinasse, was a companion of Philippe Auguste, King of France during the third Crusade.
On april 1786, Joseph de Lespinasse sold the Marquisat of Langeac to Général La Fayette for 18 800 livres.
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Periods and hours of admission:

One star in the green guide "Michelin"

July and August: at 2.30 p.m., 16 p.m and 5.30 p.m.

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Visiting fee:

Adults: 6 €

Children and Group: 5 €

Children until 6 years: free
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Information about the castle:

Château de Lespinasse
43100 Saint-Beauzire
Tél. 04 71 76 82 12
ou 06 03 10 42 90
Fax: 04 71 76 82 12

E-mail:
chateaudelespinasse@wanadoo.fr
Site internet:
http://monsite.wanadoo.fr/chateau.lespinasse

GPS - waypoint:

N 45 15 53.4 E 3 16 50.2
lat="45.264833" lon="3.280611"