The ruins of the feudal castle

Museum Overview

A family walk offering a magnificent panorama upon arrival at the castle ruins.

In a few kilometers, part of which is undergrowth, imagine for a moment in the Middle Ages, when the castle, now in ruins, defended the entrance to Royans!

The castle stands on a rocky platform, partially visible due to the vegetation that has grown denser over the years. In 1340, Rochechinard was sold to Aymard I Alleman de Beauvoir, a great servant and foster brother of the last Dauphin, Humber II. The vast majority of the buildings were probably constructed between 1420 and 1482. Its primary function was likely to defend the access routes to the Royans region. In 1547, the Alleman family ceded their fief of Rochechinard to Claude Mosnier, the Master of the Mint of Romans. During the Wars of Religion, he distinguished himself by making his castle an island of Catholic resistance. During the 17th century, the castle was abandoned and gradually fell into disrepair. Today, the castle ruins are not open to the public as they are located on private property.

A water source is located in the parking lot of the Rochechinard House-Museum.

Pets allowed : yes

Details regarding animals : Dogs must be kept on a leash.

Type : Marked loop

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