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The castle of Diziers is a fortified castle located in Suèvres, in the Loir-et-Cher, in the Centre-Val de Loire region. Built in the 15th and 16th centuries, it is distinguished by its right wing and towers, characteristic of the defensive architecture of this period. The monument has been partially inscribed in the historic monuments since 1946, especially for this old wing and its two round towers, one of which is flanked by an octagonal turret.

Diziers' chestnuts historically belonged to Beaugency County. The castle has undergone several phases of construction and transformation: the right wing dates from the 15th and 16th centuries, while the central body, more recent, dates back to the 17th century. In the 19th century, the castle was restored and a chapel was added to the west of the terrace. The moats, still in water, feed a pond and mill before pouring into the Throne, a local stream.

The castle of Diziers also has a notable historical dimension: it was the last residence of Madame Guyon (1648-1717), a mystical figure known for her spiritual writings. At the beginning of the 20th century, the estate was acquired by Léon Desjoyeaux, then passed on to his descendants, the Tézenas family of Montcel. The site also includes outbuildings such as 19th-century stables, an orangery in ruins, and a medieval dovecote still standing.

The architecture of the castle reflects its evolution throughout the centuries. The terrace before the castle is lined with cut-panned turrets, and a basement served by a short gallery throughout the length of the building. The façade on the courtyard of the right wing, with its sling windows and round towers, illustrates the defensive style of the 15th and 16th centuries. The central part, restored around 1860, shows more classical influences, typical of the seventeenth century.

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