Origin and history

The Château de Périgord is a monument located in the commune of Gouzon, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Although its name evokes a location in the former Perigord province, it is actually in the Creuse department, which makes it a special case in the local toponymy. The available sources do not specify its period of construction or its detailed history, making it a still mysterious building.

The castles of this region, often linked to feudal history or noble families, played a central role in territorial organisation and territorial defence. In New Aquitaine, these monuments could serve as seigneurial residences, strategic checkpoints or symbols of power. Without further information, it is difficult to determine the exact function of the Château de Périgord, but its existence bears witness to the importance of the built heritage in this rural area.