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The Fortress of Penne

Historic site and monument, Castle, Fortified castle, Historic patrimony, Classified, 13th C, 14th C in Penne
From :  7,5€ Full-fare

  • High place of Catharism located in the heart of the Gorges de l'Aveyron, the Château de Penne is a flagship of 13th century military architecture, whose restoration works allow the preservation and the medieval activities to enhance it.

  • Visitors can relive the fascinating history of the site and life in the Middle Ages thanks to an interpretation trail with illustrated panels, costumed tours, events and a medieval building site.
    Since September 2023, a 30-minute loop on the rocky knolls has been open to site visitors only. This landscaped path completes the visit to the fortress in the heart of the natural Aveyron gorges. The path invites you to take a stroll under the oak trees to admire new views over the valley and the...
    Visitors can relive the fascinating history of the site and life in the Middle Ages thanks to an interpretation trail with illustrated panels, costumed tours, events and a medieval building site.
    Since September 2023, a 30-minute loop on the rocky knolls has been open to site visitors only. This landscaped path completes the visit to the fortress in the heart of the natural Aveyron gorges. The path invites you to take a stroll under the oak trees to admire new views over the valley and the surrounding walls discovered during the archaeological digs.
    There are picnic tables and benches all along the route (picnics are allowed, but bring your own bins as there are none on the route). Walking shoes strongly recommended. Last access to the trail 1 hour before the site closes. Children under the supervision of accompanying adults.
  • Environment
    • In the country
    • Village centre
    • River 5 km away
  • Spoken languages
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Label Vignobles et Découvertes
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    • Not accessible in a wheelchair
  • Activities
    • Activity
    • Children's entertainment
    • Calligraphy
    • Crafts
    • Arts
    • Discovery
    • History
    • Heritage
  • Equipment
    • Picnic area
    • Toilets
    • Orientation board
    • Defibrillator
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Educational visits
    • Themed tour
    • Shop
    • Tourist brochures
    • Guided tours
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  • From December 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025
  • From February 15, 2025 to July 11, 2025
  • From July 12, 2025 to August 24, 2025
  • From August 25, 2025 to December 31, 2025
  • Adult
    7.50 €
  • Reduced price
    6 €
  • Child
    4 €
  • Large family
    22 €
  • Group adults
    6 €
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    7.50 €
  • Reduced price
    6 €
  • Child
    4 €
  • Large family
    22 €
  • Group adults
    6 €
  • Adult
    9.50 €
  • Reduced price
    7 €
  • Child
    4.50 €
  • Large family
    27 €
  • Group adults
    7 €
  • Adult
    7.50 €
  • Reduced price
    6 €
  • Child
    4 €
  • Large family
    22 €
  • Group adults
    6 €
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  • From January 1, 2025
    until January 5, 2025
  • From February 15, 2025
    until March 30, 2025
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    until June 30, 2025
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    until August 30, 2025
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    until September 30, 2025
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