Visite guidée du château fort de Mauléon et son bourg castral

Let us guide you through the preserved narrow streets of Mauléon's old town.

The workers of the espadrille industry, known as Hirondelles, once lived here. You'll discover medieval architecture that bears witness to centuries of history. Explore the medieval fortified castle built in 1122 to watch over the roads from the Béarn plains and those leading to Spain. Proudly erected on a small hill, it was renowned in the 15th century as "the most powerful castle in Guyenne established on its imposing rock". Over the centuries, it was steadily consolidated, before being transformed into a prison. Wooden games in the courtyard, an immersive game to free Matalaz, its most famous prisoner, scenography and an unmissable view of Mauléon and the valley. Reservations required. Visits guaranteed for groups of 4 or more.