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The castle of Airon-Saint-Vaast, built in the 4th quarter of the 19th century, is an example of bourgeois residential architecture of that time. Located in the town of Airon-Saint-Vaast (Pas-de-Calais), it embodies the taste of the aristocracy or the great bourgeoisie for imposing homes, often accompanied by vast landscape parks. Its inscription as a Historic Monument by decree of 28 December 1984 underlines its heritage value, including both the main building and its park with thirteen statues.

The architect Clovis Normand is mentioned as the project manager, although the details of his design or sponsor are not specified in the available sources. The castle, located on Rue du Château, has an address clearly identified in the Merimée base, confirming its anchoring in the local urban fabric. However, its conservation status and accessibility (visits, rentals, accommodation) are not documented in the data consulted.

In the 19th century, the Hauts-de-France region, and especially the Pas-de-Calais region, experienced economic growth linked to industrialisation and agriculture. The castles of this period often reflect this prosperity, serving as secondary residences or prestige symbols for their owners. Their park, like that of Airon-Saint-Vaast, could also be a place of reception or walk, marking a social distinction by its careful layout and decorative elements, such as statues.

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