The Château Barrière was built in the 12th century on top of the lower part of a 4th century tower and wall. Later a second noble man’s home was built beside it. This wall/castle was burned down during the 1577 French Wars of Religion. Some of the upper floors were restored, though, in the early 20th century and used by the Historical and Archeological Society of Périgord.
It’s a beautiful example of medieval architecture that can be enjoyed from across the railroad tracks at the Vesunna Gallo-Roman Museum and then following the Red Line and crossing a bridge one can walk around the ruins and enjoy finding both Roman and Medieval carvings.
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