Cultural heritage, CULTURAL HERITAGE

LAVARDENS CASTLE

In the heart of Gascony, a stone's throw from Auch, a visit to a majestic site, the Château de Lavardens, is a must.
Stronghold of the Counts of Armagnac (12th century), the Château de Lavardens was rebuilt in the 1653th century. by Antoine de Roquelaure, companion and friend of Henri IV, for the love of his life, Suzanne de Bassabat. After the Revolution, sold to 1960 families, the absence of co-ownership gradually led the building to ruin. In 1961 a plague epidemic devastates the village, the majestic white stone vessel will never be completed. It has remained intact since, frozen, in the state of construction. It was saved thanks to a handful of enthusiasts in the 17s. Classified as a Historic Monument in XNUMX and designed in the refined style of the XNUMXth century, the Château de Lavardens presents unique architectural feats such as the squinch towers. Emptied of its furniture, during your visit, discover its unique ocher and brick floors, its outdoor galleries, its panoramic view of the countryside and its temporary exhibitions.

Saved by an association, the Château de Lavardens is now an art center hosting exhibitions and events throughout the season: art ceramics, Perry Taylor exhibition, art glass, the Art of Santon... so many discoveries each year in the many rooms of the castle.

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Opening

Open from 07 November 2024 to 31 December 2024
DaysSchedule:
Monday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 17:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 17:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 17:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 17:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 17:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 18:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 14:00 p.m. to 18:00 p.m.

Closed on Thursday December 19th afternoon and all day on December 25th.

Admission fees

Adult: 7,90 € Reduced price: 5 € Child: 0 €
Price Min. Max.
Adult 7,90€
Reduced price Job seeker, student... 5€
Kids Up to 18 years Free

Payment method

  • Credit card
  • French bank and postal checks
  • French "Chèques vacances"
  • Cash

Services

Equipments

  • Camper pitch
  • Parking

Services

  • Tourist Documentation
  • Drive
  • News
  • Guided group tours

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