Ticket to the Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle

Don't miss the opportunity to explore the mesmerizing Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle in Prudhomat. Inside, you'll admire an extensive collection of decorative art.

Why visit the Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle?

Located in the village of Prudhomat in the Lot region, the Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle is a significant medieval fortress in northern Occitania. Your ticket allows you to explore this fortress, dating back to the 12th century. The castle, a symbol of the Castelnau barons, underwent renovations in the 15th and 16th centuries to improve its defenses against artillery.

After the last Castelnau died in 1715, the castle fell into disrepair. A fire in 1851 further damaged it. Between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, restoration efforts by Jean Mouliérat, a notable tenor, revived the castle. He acquired it and significantly contributed to its restoration.

During your visit, appreciate the collection curated by Jean Mouliérat, which features period furniture, tapestries, and various sacred art pieces. Additionally, the castle's windows offer a panoramic view of the Prudhomat landscape.

Opening hours

Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle is open every day except Tuesdays with the following hours:

May 2 to June 30: 10 am to 12:30 pm and 2 pm to 6:30 pmJuly 1 to August 31: 10 am to 6:30 pmSeptember 1 to April 30: 10 am to 12:30 pm and 2 pm to 5:30 pm

Final entry is allowed up to 1 hour before closing. On December 24 and 31, the closing time is 4 pm. Hours may change.

Free admission

This archaeological site is free for:

Young people aged 18 to 25 from the EUChildren under 18, regardless of nationalityUnemployed individuals, disabled people, and one accompanying personJournalists, architecture students, tourism professionals, military personnel, police, and other state security forcesAll visitors on the first Sunday of the month from January 1 to March 31 and November 1 to December 31, and also on the third weekend of September.