Top 5 Architectural Buildings in Lot, Occitanie

The Maison du Sénéchal has been listed since 2015 in the Registry of Historic Monuments of France. In beautiful rooms dating from 15th century you can discover: - 3 exhibition spaces that retrace the history of Gourdon, its heritage and its famous characters. - Reconstructions of the building in 3D. - Temporary exhibitions. A local cultural centre providing information, education and training to the public, on the architecture and heritage of the town of Gourdon. A key to understanding our rich history, the centre is a place of discovery: from the development of the town over the centuries, to current projects of urban planning and landscaping. Times may be subject to change

This impressive Château - as much a home as a fortified castle was the residence of a rich baronial family until 1715. Its towers, thick walls and domestic quarters illustrate its architectural development over the centuries. Towards the end of the 19th century the Chateau was bought and restored by opera singer Jean Moulierat who assembled an eclectic collection of furniture, tapestries, objects of religious art. Open: > 2nd May to 30th June: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 1st July to 31st August: from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. > 1st September to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Last admission 1 hour before closing time. Closed: > Tuesdays from 1st October to 31st March. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 7,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

Galiot de Genouillac, the hero of Marignan, built the Château d’Assier in the 16th century. It is a significant example of Renaissance architecture in Quercy. Of the four wings there now only remains the main body of the western dwelling which is richly decorated with sculpted friezes and emblems. Open: > 2nd May to 4th September: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. > 5th September to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed: > Tuesdays except in July and August. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 3 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 2,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups