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Origin and history

The Château de Pourcieux is a historical monument located in the commune of Pourcieux, in the department of Var (region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur). This castle, whose precise origins are not detailed in the available sources, has been included in the inventory of Historical Monuments since 10 September 1993. This protection concerns not only the castle itself, but also the facades and roofs of the communes, as well as the surrounding garden and park, forming a coherent architectural and landscaped ensemble.

In the general historical context of the region, provencal castles have often played a central role in the local social and economic organization. They served as residences for noble or bourgeois families, while being places of management of the surrounding agricultural lands. The castle of Pourcieux, by its inscription and the protection of its outbuildings, bears witness to this architectural tradition and its heritage importance for the commune and the region.

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