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Corlay Castle, located in the eponymous town of Côtes-d'Armor in Brittany, is now mainly known as imposing ruins. Built in the 15th century, it is characterized by machicolis and canonières walls, six massive towers, and housing bodies today almost completely destroyed. The site, surrounded by moats and a pond to the north, was accessible by a drawbridge, as described by Anne de Rohan in a royal declaration in 1681. This castle, once enclosed and fortified, also housed a chapel and galleries, of which only remains remains.

Corlay Castle was listed as a historic monument on 30 March 1926, recognizing its heritage importance. The ancient descriptions, such as that of Anne de Rohan, Princess of Guémené and Duchess of Montbazon, underline her defensive and residential role. The reference to its 137 strings (old unit of measure) and its ditches illustrates the extent of its enclosure. Today, the ruins dominate the local landscape, recalling the medieval military architecture of Brittany.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its inscription as a Historic Monument and specify its exact location: 5 Place du Château, in Corlay. The site, although partially in ruins, remains an architectural testimony of the 15th century, marked by defensive elements such as machicoulis and canonières. Its present state reflects successive transformations and abandonments, while maintaining a significant historical and landscape value.

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