Castle Bessay

Listed as a historic monument in 1928, Bessay Castle is now a private residence open to the public.

Built on the site of an ancient feudal motte, it comprises two Renaissance towers, linked by a main building dating from the 18th century.

Its history is deeply intertwined with that of the Bessay family, a prominent and powerful family who remained its owners until 1988.

The Renaissance tower’s uniqueness lies in its medieval inspiration and defensive features: a parapet walk, machicolations and arrow slits.

Its grounds, with their ancient trees, are home to one of the region’s largest dovecotes, featuring 3,200 nesting boxes. It has been listed as a historic monument since 1990.

Visits by appointment only; please call 06 32 35 73 23 (preferably by text message).

• Groups accepted ( minimum : 15 - maximum : 100 )
• Types : historic site and monument

• Conferences
• Temporary exhibitions

• English
• French

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• Information board languages : French

Visits languages

• French
• English

Individual

• Length of visit : 1h15 (on average)

Groups

• Length of visit : 1h30 (on average)

• Picnic area
• Projection room
• Shop

Free

• : 5,00 €

• Cheques and postal orders

Open all year round