Château-Dauphin

A remarkably well-preserved example of medieval military architecture, built in the 12th century by Robert Dauphin, Count of Auvergne, to defend the Sioule bridge, and completed in the 15th century by Gilbert III de La Fayette, Marshal of France. Of this complex, the keep and six towers remain.

The residence is inhabited by descendants of the Moré de Pontgibaud family, who have owned it since 1756. The interior was harmoniously restored by Count César III at the end of the 19th century.
It houses numerous family and historical mementos (paintings, earthenware, miniatures, fine furniture, and an interesting collection of weapons). The 16th-century kitchen garden (a listed Historic Monument and designated a "Remarkable Garden") is currently being restored.
The outbuildings house the Museum of the Silver Mines of the Canton of Pontgibaud.