Claim: Château de Commarque was founded during the 12th century upon the request of the abbots of Sarlat and was only a wooden tower back then.
Evidence: The castle was founded during the 12th century, or possibly slightly prior to it, upon the request of the abbots of Sarlat. At this time the Château de Commarque was only a wooden tower, and its primary concerns were to discourage the ambitions of the Beynac family and to ensure the safety of the valley.