La Truffière

Château de Castelnaud

The fortress home of the Museum of Medieval Warfare

37 min from La Truffière

Photo: Benjamin SmithCC BY-SA 4.0

Trebuchets, crossbows and chain mail

Facing Beynac, its age-old rival, Castelnaud towers over the Dordogne from its ramparts. The castle houses a rich collection of arms and armour, reconstructed siege engines and demonstrations in summer.

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  • Self-guided visit
  • Ideal for families
  • Allow 2 hours