Ticket to the Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle

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

Why visit the Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle?

Situated in the village of Prudhomat in the Lot region, Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle is one of the prominent medieval fortresses in northern Occitania.

Your ticket grants access to the fortress, which dates back to the 12th century. This bastion represents the Castelnau barons and was renovated during the 15th and 16th centuries in response to artillery advancements.

After the last Castelnau died in 1715, the castle fell into disrepair, exacerbated by a fire in 1851. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, restoration efforts led by Jean Mouliérat revived the structure.

During your visit, admire the collection curated by Mouliérat, featuring period furniture, tapestries, and various sacred art pieces, along with panoramic views of the Prudhomat landscape.

Opening hours

Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle is open daily except Tuesdays:

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 from 2 pm to 5:30 pm

Final entry is one hour before closing. On December 24 and 31, closing is at 4 pm. Hours are subject to change.

Free admission

Admission is free for:

Young people aged 18 to 25 from the EUChildren under 18Unemployed individuals, disabled people, and one accompanying personJournalists, architecture students, tourism professionals, military personnel, police, and state security forcesFree entry on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31 and between November 1 and December 31, as well as the third weekend of September.