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13TH CENTURY CHÂTEAU FORTRESS,
 LOCATED IN AN OUTSTANDING
NATURAL ALPINE SETTING…
LEGGETTPRESTIGE.COM LEGGET IMMOBILIER, 42 ROUTE DE RIBERAC, 24340 LA ROCHEBEAUCOURT, FRANCE,
UK Freephone: 08700115151 Telephone: +33 553 608 488 FAX: +33 553 566 257 E-mail: [email protected]
LEGGETT PRESTIGE.COM
DESCRIPTION
13TH CENTURY CHÂTEAU
FORTRESS,
 LOCATED IN AN
OUTSTANDING NATURAL
ALPINE SETTING…
Fort Queyras, a stunning heritage property with documented history, in the heart of The Southern Alps.
PROPERTY FACT FILE
REFERENCE
57659JC05
PRICE
€ 2,499,000
£ 2,224,485*
BEDROOM
20
BATHROOM
13
ACCOMODATION
3000 m²
LAND
0 m²
TOWN
Chateau Queyras
DEPARTMENT
Hautes_Alpes
LOCATION
Ski
TYPE
Manoir, Maison de Maitre, Family
Home
CONDITION
Good condition, ,
FEATURES
Private parking, Mountain view,
Mains Drains
*Price based on current exchange rate which is subject to change
LEGGETT IMMOBILIER, 42 ROUTE DE RIBERAC, 24340 LA ROCHEBEAUCOURT, FRANCE
UK Freephone: 08700115151 telephone: +33 553 608 488 FAX: +33 553 566 257 E-mail: [email protected]
LEGGETTPRESTIGE.COM
13TH CENTURY CHÂTEAU
FORTRESS,
 LOCATED IN AN
OUTSTANDING NATURAL
ALPINE SETTING…
The Chateau…
The Fort Queyras first entered history in 1265 AD as a Château attached to the Dauphin
(First in line to the throne ). Since then it has been the focal point of many battles and power
struggles and has seen countless facelifts and improvements. The building itself sits on a rocky
perch above the River Guil, in a commanding position designed to protect the valley from
marauders and invaders.
Its imposing walls dominate the valley and command truly wonderful views of the surrounding
mountains and forests. The Fort is a collection of buildings within the surrounding ramparts
which are accessed via the main draw-bridge entrance. The cobbled lane leads up to the
main courtyard and lawned terrace where the owners have their own private residence. This
is a stand alone 4 bedroom house which is completely independent of the rest of the
chateau. It has a picket fence surrounding the front garden and also has great views of the
surrounding landscape.
There are soldiers barracks, store houses, arms depots, a bakery, hospital, and even a chapel,
all of which are open to the public from May to September thanks to the generosity of the
current owner. It is also host to The Medieval Festival in mid summer when locals and
tourists alike dress up in period costumes and celebrate the castle’s glorious history.
The Fort saw major architectural improvements when Vauban came to the region in 1692,
improving the defences throughout the whole alpine range and making the fort even more
impenetrable. These grand modifications where then to prove important as it became a
garrison for the Chasseurs Alpine at the beginning of the second world war.
Later, the Fort became a holiday camp for children in the 1950’s before returning to civilian
life in 1967. This unique property is used as a family home, museum, wedding venue and a
historic monument to be admired by the general public in the summer months.
It is undoubtedly a fabulous retreat where one can close the main gates and enjoy oneself
within the confines of it's protecting ramparts and towers.
LOCATION …
The Area… Fort Queyras is the centre point of the quaint village of Ville Vieille sitting on the
River Guil in the Queyras National Park. This region of the Southern Alps has epic natural
beauty topped with fabulous history which is crowned by the Fort Queyras itself. The region
is hugely popular with white water enthusiasts as the Guil is a very challenging “5” rated river
when at full flow. This area is also famous amongst the road biking fraternity as it includes the
famous Col d’Izouard made famous by the Tour de France. In winter, the Queyras offers 4
separate ski domains with a total of 250 hectares of piste, all accessible on one pass. The area
is known for it’s micro climate which very often brings with it exceptional snow cover that
neighbouring ski domains miss out on. This along with it’s un commercialised nature make it a
ski paradise for lovers of quiet, untouched forest fun and peaceful pistes. Out of winter
season the area is accessible via the Col D’Izoard to the north, over to Briancon and Italy
beyond. In winter, one enters the park from Guillestre in the south. The nearest international
airport is Marseille at 250 kms ( 3 hours ) and equally Turin in Italy which is just 160 kms ( 3
hours ).
LEGGETT IMMOBILIER, 42 ROUTE DE RIBERAC, 24340 LA ROCHEBEAUCOURT, FRANCE
UK Freephone: 08700115151 telephone: +33 553 608 488 FAX: +33 553 566 257 E-mail: [email protected]
LEGGETT PRESTIGE.COM
13TH CENTURY CHÂTEAU
FORTRESS,  LOCATED
IN AN OUTSTANDING
NATURAL ALPINE SETTING…
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CONTACT-DETAILS
UK Freephone: 08700115151
Telephone: +33 553 608 488
FAX: +33 553 566 257
E-mail: [email protected]
LEGGETTPRESTIGE.COM LEGGETT IMMOBILIER, 42 ROUTE DE RIBERAC, 24340 LA ROCHEBEAUCOURT, FRANCE