Construction periods Antiquité, Moyen Âge (≈ 212)
Origins and development of archaeological site.
12 septembre 1979
First registration
First registration 12 septembre 1979 (≈ 1979)
Partial listing of the camp as a historical monument.
10 décembre 1981
Final classification
Final classification 10 décembre 1981 (≈ 1981)
Complete classification for historical monuments.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Camp with concentric fortification known as Camp du Peupuy (Case D 742, 749 to 751): inscription by order of 12 September 1979
Origin and history
Camp du Peu du Barry, also known as Camp de Chégurat, is an archaeological site located near the hamlet of Chégurat, on the commune of Châteauponsac, in the Haute-Vienne department. This monument, whose origins date back to antiquity and the Middle Ages, is distinguished by its concentric fortifications, characteristic of protohistoric or medieval camps. It bears witness to the human occupation and defensive strategies of these times in the Limousin region.
The camp was recognized for its heritage importance and was officially protected. It is classified as historical monuments by order of 10 December 1981, after a first partial inscription on 12 September 1979. These conservation measures are intended to preserve the remains of this site, which provides insight into fortification techniques and the spatial organization of old habitats.
The available sources, including the Mérimée and Monumentum bases, confirm its status as a historical monument and its precise location in the commune of Châteauponsac, marked by the code Insee 87041. Although the details of its exact use or its occupants remain partial, the camp of the Peu du Barry illustrates the archaeological heritage of New Aquitaine, especially in the former Limousin region.
The location of the site, reported as having a "passible" accuracy (Level 5), is near the GPS coordinates associated with Address 5736 Le Peupuy, strengthening its territorial anchor. However, no information is available regarding its current accessibility to the public or any services offered on site.
This monument is part of a larger set of protected sites in the Haute-Vienne, as evidenced by its inclusion in the list of historical monuments of the department. His study contributes to understanding the dynamics of human implantation and defensive systems between Antiquity and the Middle Ages in central France.
Finally, the Peu du Barry camp, through its structure and history, offers a tangible example of the material traces left by past societies. Its ranking among historical monuments underlines its role in preserving collective memory and regional architectural heritage.
