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Origin and history

The Château de Lavans-lès-Dole, located in the Jura department in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, dates mainly from the 14th century for its oldest parts, with additions to the 15th century. It is distinguished by its medieval architecture, including a tower and a poterne whose facades and roofs have been protected. This monument illustrates the defensive and administrative heritage of the region at that time.

In 1970, the castle was listed as a historical monument for its facades and roofs of the tower and the poterno, by order of 9 October. Today, it hosts the municipal services of Lavans-lès-Dole, demonstrating its adaptation to contemporary needs while preserving its medieval heritage. The precise location of the castle is at 4C Rue Saint-Didier, in the centre of the village.

The castle is owned by the Jura department, suggesting public management of this heritage. Although the sources mention practical information such as the possibility of visits or rentals, these are not detailed in the available documents. Its registration in the Merimée inventory and its presence on platforms such as Monumentum confirm its historical and architectural importance in the region.

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