CHÂTEAU DE TAXE D'AVALL ET CHAPELLE VICOMTALE

  • Castles and defences
  • Chapel
  • Castle
, 66700 Argelès-sur-Mer
Please note that the nearest station is more than
The site is thought to be of Roman origin, but it is only mentioned for the first time in 897 under the name of "Tacione". In medieval times, the castle of Taxo was the birthplace of a family holding the title of Viscount of Roussillon.
It still has important remains today. Part of the crenellated surrounding wall dating from the 11th century remains, as well as two semi-circular corner towers built later. There is also a 15th century cylindrical tower, probably related to the signal towers...

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CHÂTEAU DE TAXE D'AVALL ET CHAPELLE VICOMTALE
, 66700 Argelès-sur-Mer
Please note that the nearest station is more than
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