Perched proudly on a rocky overhang 30 metres above a meander of the Maronne, the majestic and spectacular town of Merle reveals itself amid the green forests of Xaintrie. Nestling in a wild and unspoilt setting not far from the village of Saint-Geniez-ô-Merle, this gem of medieval architecture really has plenty to keep lovers of old buildings happy.
The remains of old fortified houses erected between the 11th and 15th century by several families of lords, the Towers of Merle are now a listed Historic Monument and form a most impressive castrum!
Open to visitors from April to November, the fortress town will take you back to the Middle Ages, surrounded by countryside, on a craggy site where the Lords of Merle, Veyrac, Carbonnières and Pesteils used to live. As you explore the area, you can of course discover the fortified square and its superb viewpoints, but also visit a reconstructed peasant farm, a medieval garden and a pleasant park planted with fruit trees. In the reception village, within the Madège house, a scale model of the castrum awaits you, as well as an exhibition about the history of this amazing medieval city.
In July and August, nocturnal guided tours, fun tours, creative workshops for children, nature walks and medieval activities such as knight shows, equestrian performances, falconry, archery and forge demonstrations, are all on offer to visitors.
| Telephone | +33 5 55 28 22 31 |
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| Official site | www.toursdemerle.fr |
