Origin and history

Le Castrum de La Môle is a monument located in the municipality of the same name, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Although its appellation of castrum suggests a medieval origin or defensive function, the available sources do not specify its period of construction or its detailed history. This type of structure, common in the south of France, could serve as a refuge, monitoring post or administrative centre for local populations.

In the Provençal context, castrums were often linked to the feudal or community organization of the territory. They played a key role in the structuring of villages, providing protection and living environment for the inhabitants. The region, marked by Mediterranean exchanges and diversified agriculture, saw these buildings as strategic points, although their specific history depends on often fragmented archival sources.