Place de l'observatoire

Place de l'Observatoire, Saint-Ennemond Castle

in Saint-Chamond

  • The remains of the clock tower of the Collegial Church of Saint Jean-Baptiste, this clock tower was built below the church so as not disturb the lord's view from the terrace of his château.

  • All that remains of the imposing collegial church opened in 1642 is a wall face and the mark sunk into the rock. The square is located on the site of the large staircase which led to the château from the town below.
    A silk-screened stone enables you to visualise the château as it was in the 17th century.
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Openings
  • All year 2025
    Open Everyday
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