Arques Castle, Aude, France

Keep of Arques Castle or Chateau d'Arques, Cathar castle, Arques, Aude, France. This ruined castle was completed in the 14th century by Gilles II de Voisins and consists of a 25m high square keep with 4 turrets, surrounded by a square enceinte with some remaining buildings. It is a listed monument historique. Picture by Manuel Cohen

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LC13_FRANCE_MC099.jpg

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© Manuel Cohen

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Cathar Country, Corbieres, France