Our hilltop villages Eurre

The history of Eurre is inextricably linked to that of its castle. In the 11th century, on the site of a Roman supply base, the lord of Urre built a fortified castle with massive ramparts, which underwent major modifications in the 16th century: the partially demolished keep was converted into a chapel, and the south facade was adorned with tall, Renaissance-style mullioned windows. Almost as large as the village itself, the Château d'Eurre still dominates the closely-spaced dwellings. The 12th-century church has disappeared, making way for the present one, built in the early 17th century. Today, Eurre has retained its character as an active farming community. The small number of children attending school testifies to its vitality.