Donjon de la Toque

The Donjon de la Toque was built between the late 11th and late 12th centuries by the Humbaud family. Modifications to the upper sections took place in the 13th century, and in the 16th century, comfort improvements such as fireplaces and mullioned windows were added. The lordship of Huriel initially belonged to the Humbaults, later to the House of Déols. Through marriage, it passed to the de Brosse family around 1265. In 1478, Jean II de Brosse sold the complex to Jean de Bourgogne, Count of Nevers. Subsequently, the Barony of Huriel changed hands several times, including the Hurault de Cheverny and Jehannot de Bartillat families, before the municipality acquired the castle in 1879. The keep and its surrounding wall were classified as historical monuments in 1886 and benefited from extensive restoration, which was completed in 2023.

The Donjon de la Toque is situated in the center of the municipality of Huriel in the Allier department, Auvergne region, France. Its elevation is approximately 329 meters above sea level.

Today, the keep is used by local authorities. It houses a museum dedicated to the history of the lords of Huriel and the town's viticultural past.

• Château de Bien-Assis (castle), approx. 8.2 km away
• Château des Étourneaux (château), approx. 8.5 km away
• Château de la Crête (castle), approx. 10.3 km away
• Château des ducs de Bourbon (castle), approx. 10.3 km away