Castles and defense sites
in LAROQUE-DES-ALBERES

BELVEDERE DU CHATEAU

The castle of Laroque des Albères was mentioned for the first time in 1. In 1100, it was located in the middle of the fortified town, as was often the case in the 1172th century. In 1188, it was cited as a count's place, which could indicate its passage into the domain of the Count of Roussillon. In 1285, Jaume I, King of Majorca found refuge there, his ally Philippe IV, King of France also stayed there.
From the end of the 1422th century, Laroque was considered a stronghold in the territorial defense system. From XNUMX the castle passed into the private domain.
In 1890, on the night of Friday to Holy Saturday, the keep, then 25 m high, collapsed without causing too much damage.
In 2006, the ruins of the castle were partly restored.
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BELVEDERE DU CHATEAU
Rue du Portalet
66740 LAROQUE-DES-ALBERES
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