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The Aigrepont Tower is a feudal building built in the 14th century on the territory of Châtel-de-Neuvre, in the department of Allier. It is 14 metres tall and square, and is distinguished by its thick walls (1.50 to 2.10 metres) and its openings with perpendicular and oblique walls. Its exterior staircase, not connected to the interior, and its water ditches made it a strategic defensive structure, controlling the passage of the Allier.

The upper gallery offered an extensive view of the valley, strengthening its monitoring role. This tower illustrates Bourbon's military architecture, adapted to local defence needs. It was classified as a historical monument in 1927, preserving a witness to the medieval history of the region.

Located at the entrance to the valley, the tower commanded a key crossing point, reflecting the importance of fortifications in the exchange and protection of territories in the Middle Ages. Its current state and architectural features make it a subject of study for historians and heritage lovers.

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