Near Beynac is the Chateau de Castelnaud, whose history begins with the Crusade against the Albigensians, when it was owned by Bernard de Casnac, a keeper of the Cathar faith. The castle has gone through two rebuilding/restorations, one between 1974-1980 and the latest from 1996-1998. Adults visit for 6.60 Euros, children 10-17 for half that. 10 and under walk in free (2005). Open all year, hours very with the sun. In July and August a tavern operates on the premises.
Inside is the Museum of Medieval Warfare. Learn of weapons and siege machinery here through reconstructed weapons. Chateau de Castelnaud is a great place to take your kids, if they like this sort of thing. Some educational programs are provided to youngsters.
