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The castle of Longes, located in Sulignat in the department of Ain, is a 17th century building that replaced an old 13th century stronghold, center of the seigneury of Longes. This first building belonged to the family of Saint-Cyr, then passed to the Indians of Marmont before being transmitted by successive alliances to Andrevet, Chabeu, and finally to the Garrons of La Bévière in the 18th century. The present castle was partially rebuilt in 1674, and its chapel, restored in the nineteenth century, bears witness to its local religious importance.

The seigneury of Longes, mentioned in 1240 with Barthélemy de Saint-Cyr, was a Savoyard fief before becoming part of the kingdom of France. The castle, which was partially inscribed in the historical monuments in 1991 (façades, roofs and chapel), retains traces of its architectural evolution, mixing medieval heritage and modern transformations. Its history reflects the political and social changes in the region, marked by successive noble families.

In the 18th century, the Castral chapel hosted a regular religious service, highlighting the spiritual role of the castle. Acquired in 1765 by the Garron de La Bevière family for £422,000, the estate also illustrates the land transactions of the Ancien Régime. The 19th century restorations, including the chapel, show a desire to preserve the family and local heritage.

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