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Origin and history

The Château d'Égreville is a fortified building built in the 16th century on the site of an ancient medieval castle. Located in the village of Egreville, Seine-et-Marne, it was partially destroyed during the French Revolution, retaining only its north wing and a tower. Its remains and its surroundings, including moat and terraces, testify to its historical and architectural importance.

Over the centuries, the castle has undergone major changes, especially in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. After the Revolution, it was sold as a national good and was renewed in the late 19th century. The painter Bern-Bellecour, then composer Jules Massenet, carried out important works there, making this place a residence marked by art and culture.

The castle has been listed as a historical monument since 1926, a protection extended in 2002 near it, including moat, fence walls and remains of the old castle. Today, there remains a major architectural and historical testimony of the Île-de-France region, mixing medieval heritage and modern transformations.

Accessible by the rue du Château-des-Roy, near the church of Saint Martin, the castle is located to the west of the village. Its status as private property limits its openness to the public, but its history and architecture continue to attract the attention of heritage enthusiasts.

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