The imposing structure of the medieval castle of Lamothe, witnessing the importance of the borough and Brivadois history, overlooks the plain Allier river. It was located near a port from which the renowned "sapinières" sailed off to Paris and Nantes and supplied them with the Royal Navy masts. Up to the 17 th century, it ranked 14 th "good town of Auvergne ".

A remarkable polychromous paneled ceiling stands out in one of the rooms of the big tower. It is a rare relic of Florentine arts of the 16 th century in Auvergne.
Open during the peak season, 1/06 to the 31/09, on Thursdays and Fridays from 5pm to 8pm (daylight); bookings only.
Call : 04 71 76 41 16

The "topoguide discovery tour of Brioude" reveals its lanes which have retained the typical atmosphere of those times.

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