Castelculier

Castelculier (; Languedocien: Castelculhèr) is a commune in the Lot-et-Garonne department in south-western France.

History

The name of the village comes from the medieval fortress known as Chasteau Cullier. This castle was destroyed by the duke of Épernon in 1633 by order of Louis XIII, king of France.

Geography

The Séoune forms most of the commune's south-eastern border.

Population

Administration

List of mayors since 1791 :

The town hall is located in the village of Grandfonds.

Lordship of Castelculier

List of the lords of Castelculier

Main sights

• Church of Saint-Amans

Personalities

• Jean Florimond Boudon de Saint-Amans
• Jean-Baptiste Alexandre Damaze de Chaudordy, French diplomat

See also

• Communes of the Lot-et-Garonne department

References