Donjon Gilles Aycelin, Narbonne

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Architectural Building · Hidden Gem · Historic Site

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Once home to a watchtower and prison, Donjon Gilles Aycelin today serves as a medieval keep where you can explore an archaeology museum with Roman art and prehistoric items. You'll have the opportunity to climb a narrow spiral staircase of 162 steps to the top of the tower for a 360-degree view of the surrounding territory. Plan to visit Donjon Gilles Aycelin during your Narbonne vacation using our convenient Narbonne tour itinerary planner.

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By Steve_Grant1

We visited here with the Monumental ticket that includes other sites. Struggled at first to find it as the steps start in the corner of a shop. There are over 100 steps to the top and it was hard...

We visited here with the Monumental ticket that includes other sites. Struggled at first to find it as the steps start in the corner of a shop. There are over 100 steps to the top and it was hard... more »
By Archaeobuff

The Donjon is late 13th - early 14th century. It is worth the 163 steps to the top for the magnificent views in 360 degrees.

The Donjon is late 13th - early 14th century. It is worth the 163 steps to the top for the magnificent views in 360 degrees. more »

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