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The castle of Jouaignes is an emblematic building located in the municipality of the same name, in the department of l'Aisne, in the Hauts-de-France region. Built in the 18th century, it underwent major transformations in the 19th century, followed by changes in the 20th century. This castle, classified as a historical monument since 1982, reflects the architectural and social evolutions of its time, while retaining elements characteristic of its original period. Its listing in the Historical Monuments Inventory in 1982 specifically covers facades, roofs, commons and the dovecote, reflecting the heritage value of these elements.

The castle of Jouaignes was successively the residence of two noble families: the Châtillon, and the Wolbock, from the Duchy of Gelderland. These families, linked to the local aristocracy, have marked the history of the place by their presence and influence. The monument, now protected, thus embodies both an architectural heritage and a memory of the regional elites of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Its location in the village of Jouaignes, as well as its state of conservation, make it a privileged witness to the heritage of Hauts-de-France.

The precise location of the castle, at 1 Rue Horle Coquin in Jouaignes, is documented in heritage bases like Mérimée. Although the practical information on current visits or uses (guest rooms, rooms rental) is not detailed in the sources, its status as a historical monument guarantees its preservation. The protected facades, roofs and outbuildings illustrate the importance attached to the conservation of this heritage, both for its architectural interest and for its anchoring in local history.

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