Montmorin Castle

Dating back to the XIIth century and perched on a basaltic hillock, this fortress is a scarce example of un-modified late roman defensive architecture and is the cradle of the ancient and powerful Montmorin family.

In the left tower beside the machicolated gate, one can notice the look-out post and its fire-place. The large guardhouse backing on the curtain wall is presented as a museum with rich collections of arms and furniture from the XIIIth to the XVIIIth century. The common-room depicts the arts and traditions of the Auvergne folk everyday life. The ground floor houses a tools museum and the archeological findings from the site.

The rampart walk allows a rare panoramic view over the Limagne plains, " la chaîne des puys " and the Livradois-Forez mountain-ranges, and the former Count of Auvergne's forests.
It is a preserved historic monument.

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Periods and hours of admission:

June 1 at June 15 and of July 15 at August 31:
All the daysof 2 p.m. to 18 h. (Last departure with 17h)
except saturdays

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Visiting fee:

· Adults : 5 €
· Children ( 6 - 12 years) : 2.50 €
· Group Adults : 4 €

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GPS - waypoint:

N 45 41 42.5 E 3 36 16.16
lat="45.69513" lon="3.360448"