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Origin and history

The castle of Mandville, mentioned in 1456 as a mansion, became a strong house with dovecote and outbuildings in 1602. This monument illustrates the evolution of seigneurial residences between the Middle Ages and the modern era. Its architecture preserves the typical defensive elements of the 15th century, while integrating later modifications, including 18th-century windows.

In 1903-1904, important restoration works transformed its exterior appearance without altering the interiors, thus preserving their authenticity. However, a fire in 1940 destroyed the same interiors as well as the roof, which required later renovation. The park, built in three phases (17th, 19th and early 20th centuries), includes a canal, terraces, and a statuary added between 1921 and 1922.

Successive property of the families of Manteville, Reumont and Thomassin de Montbel, the castle has been partially protected since 1997. Its facades, roofs and gardens (classified in the cadastre under plots A 644 to 651) testify to its heritage importance. The initial defensive elements recall its original role as a strong house, while the landscape features reflect the aesthetic tastes of each era.

The location of the castle, noted as "very satisfactory" (level 8/10), and its inclusion in the inventory of Historic Monuments underline its historical and architectural value. The works of the Baron de Montbel on the edge of the 19th and 20th centuries mark a final phase of major transformation, adapting the monument to the uses of modern times.

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