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Origin and history

The Château de la Bouthière is located in the commune of Saint-Léger-sous-Beuvray, in Saône-et-Loire (Bourgogne-Franche-Comté). This monument, now privately owned, is distinguished by its two bodies of buildings framed by round towers and an entrance porch, remains of its original architecture. Although not open to the public, it reflects a local history marked by successive transformations.

In medieval times, the Boutière fief was the most important in the parish, depending on Glenne's chestnut. His history is then rhythmic by marriage alliances: in the 16th century, he passed into the hands of the Vichy, Chargères, Arlay de la Boulaye, Limenton de la Goutte and Costa de Beauregard families. These changes of owners reflect the social and political dynamics of the Burgundy nobility.

In modern times, the castle lost its aristocratic residential function to be converted into agricultural buildings, illustrating the decline of certain seigneurial estates after the Revolution. Since 1969, it has been converted into private homes, partially preserving its architectural heritage while adapting to contemporary uses. Its evolution reflects the economic and social changes of the region, from Morvan to Burgundy-Franche-Comté.

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