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Origin and history

The château de la Gree de Callac, located in Monteneuf (Morbihan), was built between 1892 and 1908 for the Count of Bot. This neo-Renaissance castle is one of the last large castles built in the 19th century. Its grandiose proportions, its materials (granite and slate) and its interior decorations reflect a social life based on appartment. The architect Frédéric Jobbé-Duval, from a Rennes family of painters and decorators, is inspired by the castles of Ancy-le-Franc and Moussaye for its design.

Although the castle is located in the municipality of Monteneuf, its park and outbuildings (chapel, orangery, hunting lodge) extend over the neighbouring commune of Augan. The whole, remarkably preserved, also includes stables and a doorway. The castle has been listed as a historic monument since December 20, 1990, recognizing its heritage value.

In the 1980s, the castle experienced an unusual use: it was rented by the Ubisoft video game company, which installed its programmers there. This ephemeral period contrasts with its initial history of aristocratic residence. The architect Frédéric Jobbé-Duval, in addition to designing the building, also creates interior decorations and furniture, strengthening the stylistic unit of the ensemble.

The castle illustrates the architectural and social heritage of the late 19th century in Brittany, mixing aesthetic ambition and functionality. Its park, gardens and outbuildings form a coherent whole, reflecting the way of life of the elites of the time. Today, the site remains a private property, preserving its historical character and authenticity.

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