First written entry 1628 (≈ 1628)
Belongs to Bernard Brunet, Consul.
1840
Agricultural processing
Agricultural processing 1840 (≈ 1840)
Construction of a modern west wing.
XVIIIe siècle
Change of name
Change of name XVIIIe siècle (≈ 1850)
Become *Cruzalet* via a Breton gentleman.
20 août 1976
Partial protection
Partial protection 20 août 1976 (≈ 1976)
Registration façades and roofs (outside the 19th wing).
12 mai 1998
Internal protection
Internal protection 12 mai 1998 (≈ 1998)
Inscription fireplaces and staircase tower.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Facades and roofs, excluding the 19th century wing (Case D 904): inscription by decree of 20 August 1976 - Interior of the old wing, including chimneys and stairway tower (Box D 904): inscription by order of 12 May 1998
Key figures
Bernard Brunet - Consul of Vic-Fezensac
Owner in 1628, first written trace.
Gentilhomme breton (anonyme) - Owner in the 18th century
Give his name to the castle.
Origin and history
The castle of Pimbat-Cruzalet, located in Vic-Fezensac in Gers, is a monument whose construction could go back to the sixteenth century, although its exact date remains uncertain. It embodies the defensive and residential architecture characteristic of Gersoise houses, with a circular staircase tower and quality fireplaces. His documented history began in 1628 when he belonged to Bernard Brunet, then consul of Vic-Fézensac.
In the 18th century, the castle took the name of Cruzalet after its acquisition by a Breton gentleman. During the 19th century, it underwent major transformations, including the conversion into a farm and the construction of a west wing in 1840, partially replacing old structures. Despite these modifications, the castle retains remarkable elements such as its facades, its roofs (excluding the 19th century wing), and its ancient interior, protected by decrees of 1976 and 1998.
The monument illustrates the evolution of seigneurial houses in rural areas, from a defensive and residential function to agricultural use. Its spiral staircase, adorned fireplaces and architectural layout make it a valuable testimony to local history, despite a documented geographical location with medium accuracy (level 6/10).
