Château de Conros

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Le château en bref

The Château de Conros, at Arpajon-sur-Cère in the Cantal, was built around 1130 by Astorg d'Aurillac on a rocky spur overlooking the Cère; texts mention it as "super novo edificio" in 1230, then as "reparium" and finally as "castrum" in 1269. The ensemble combines a north tower, the oldest, a south tower, a rectangular two-storey residence and a pavilion wing with a dovecote; the cellars and ground floor retain 13th-century elements and the first floor 15th-century elements, most of the building dating from the 16th century, while the 17th century saw major alterations to the upper floors, including the addition of an imperial dome. The castle preserves a decorated 15th-century fireplace from the Château de Branzac, brought by Italian craftsmen, a staircase with rib-vaulted landings, 70 windows, some of which retain their 18th-century joinery, and a stone roof covering 1,200 m². Still a private family home, the castle was the birthplace of Robert d'Humières, grandfather of the current owners and a renowned translator of Rudyard Kipling's work into French. Listed as a historic monument since 30 September 1991, it is open to visitors.