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The castle of Courbouzon, located in the commune of the same name in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, was rebuilt around 1730, during the 2nd quarter of the 18th century. Its architecture is distinguished by a grid plan, with an entrance marked by a monumental portal overlooking a courtyard of honour. The L-shaped house body houses an interior Louis XVI style decor, characterized by marble fireplaces and panelled rooms. The communes, chapel and stables initially completed this seigneurial ensemble.

The castle was the subject of an inscription in the Historical Monuments by decree of 28 July 2004, protecting in particular the whole house body (including its decorations), the facades and roofs of the communes, as well as the terraces of the garden. Protected elements also include fence walls and gates, reflecting the heritage importance of this site. Although the sources do not specify its current use, its state of conservation and its location (rue du Château, Courbouzon) make it a notable architectural testimony of Franche-Comté.

The reconstruction of the castle in the 18th century is part of a regional context marked by the influence of French classical styles, notably under Louis XV and Louis XVI. The castles of that time often served as residences for the local aristocracy or the rising bourgeoisie, combining residential, agricultural (via the commons) and sometimes religious (private chapel). Their architecture reflected the social status of their owners, with neat interior decorations and landscaped amenities, as evidenced by the garden terraces still visible in Courbouzon.

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