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?

Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle, located in the Lot region of Prudhomat, is a significant medieval fortress dating back to the 12th century. The castle, a symbol of the Castelnau barons, underwent renovations in the 15th and 16th centuries to strengthen its defenses against artillery. Following the last Castelnau's death in 1715, it fell into disrepair and suffered a fire in 1851. Restoration efforts by Jean Mouliérat in the late 19th and early 20th centuries revived the castle. Visitors can explore a collection of period furniture, tapestries, and sacred art pieces curated by Mouliérat. The castle offers panoramic views of the Prudhomat landscape.

Opening hours

Castelnau-Bretenoux Castle is open daily except Tuesdays during 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 permitted up to 1 hour before closing. On December 24 and 31, the castle closes at 4 pm. Hours are subject to change.

Free admission

Free admission applies to:

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