Château du Sailhant

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The castle of Sailhant is a fortified castle located in the town of Andelat, in the Cantal, about ten kilometers from Saint-Flour.

This building is built on a basalt spur of triangular shape, with a height of about 20 to 25 meters. It can be visited since July 2016. It is also known for the presence of the Sailhant waterfall nearby.

Coordinates: 45°4'8"N, 3°2'30"E

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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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Château du Sailhant – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint-Flour Cathedral, St. Vincent Church, Église Saint-Gal, Église Saint-Cirgues.

3.6 miSE
Church
Saint-Flour Cathedral, Saint-Flour
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Church
St. Vincent Church, Saint-Flour
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Church
Église Saint-Gal, Roffiac
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1.2 miSE
Church
Église Saint-Cirgues, Andelat
30 min walk • The Saint-Cirgues church is a Catholic church located in Andelat, in France.
5.4 miNW
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Locality
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