First written entry 1656 (≈ 1656)
First documentary trace of the existing castle.
1696
Reconstruction of the castle
Reconstruction of the castle 1696 (≈ 1696)
Rebuilt according to plans of Louis Mallet.
1768
Adding wings
Adding wings 1768 (≈ 1768)
Wings designed by Constant, gardens by M. Moisy.
1944
Acquisition by the bishopric
Acquisition by the bishopric 1944 (≈ 1944)
Transformation into an agricultural school.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Key figures
Louis Mallet - Architect
Author of the 1696 plans.
Constant - Architect
Designer of wings in 1768.
M. Moisy - Landscape
Creator of the castle gardens.
Famille Chavaudon - Historical owner
Last owners before 1944.
Origin and history
The Château de Sainte-Maure is a monument located in the commune of Sainte-Maure, in the department of the Aube, in the Grand Est region. Although a building was attested to in the 16th century, the first written mention of the castle dates back to 1656. This site illustrates the architectural evolution of noble residences between Renaissance and the Enlightenment.
The present castle was rebuilt in 1696 according to the plans of architect Louis Mallet. The wings, added in 1768, were assigned to Constant, while the gardens were arranged by M. Moisy. This work involved the destruction of several houses, including the former Charley Castle, mentioned until 1762. An octagonal rotunda, decorated with a statue of Atlas supporting the world, marks the entrance to the estate.
Owned by the Chavaudon family, the castle changed its vocation in 1944 when it was acquired by the bishopric. The latter set up an agricultural school there, transforming its initial use. The site today bears witness to both the local aristocratic heritage and its adaptation to the educational needs of the twentieth century.
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