Château de Peyraux
Allée de Peyraux, 24570 Saint-Lazare
- Dordogne
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine
In the town of Lardin Saint-Lazare, a short distance from the Vézère, the castle of Peyraux and its commons, connected by a terrace and surrounded by gardens, are part of a preserved valley, dominated by the Poujoulou. The presence of abundant springs probably explains the location of the castle.
Little modified in the course of time, the present buildings date mostly from the fifteenth century. Partially dismantled in 1635, the castle retains 3 square round towers, with their defensive features, and a main building above a vaulted cellar. It was enlarged in the eighteenth century (east facade of the castle and north wing of the commons).
We know, through the archives, the inhabitants of the castle since the beginning of the fourteenth century. Following several successions, the castle passed from Badefols to Royere in the early seventeenth century. This family still preserves it today. Many trades allow the good maintenance of buildings, gardens and park.
The castle of Peyraux has bee
Tags
Monument historique, Château, hôtel urbain, palais, manoir, Espace naturel, parc, jardin, Ouverture exceptionnelle
©Jean-Marc de Royere
