Lordat Castle
a medieval panorama of the Ariège valley
Perched fortress and witness to the Cathar past
Dominating the Ariège valley from its rocky outcrop, Château de Lordat is one of the oldest feudal castles in the county of Foix. Situated at an altitude of 965 m, it offers an impressive panorama of the surrounding mountains and the villages of the upper valley.
A living ruin
and accessible
A site undergoing restoration, open to visitors
Although in ruins, the castle can be visited freely or on guided tours in summer. The castle’s towers, walls and remaining rooms offer a picturesque setting steeped in history. Medieval entertainment and falconry shows are sometimes organized here, particularly during the tourist season.
An essential step
on the road to Cathar castles
Combine with Foix, Montségur or Roquefixade
Château de Lordat fits perfectly into an itinerary exploring the fortresses of Cathar country. It’s also close to the Lombrives cave, Ax-les-Thermes and the ski resorts of the Ariège Pyrenees.
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