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Château de la Romanerie is an 18th-century building located in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou, in the department of Maine-et-Loire. This monument, typical of the Angelian architecture of its time, is distinguished by its facades and roofs inscribed in historical monuments since 1972. The entrance gate, wings and escape are protected elements, reflecting the heritage importance of the site.

The precise location of the castle at 48 Boulevard de la Romanerie is attested by the Merimée and Monumentum data. The building, although partially open to contemporary uses (visits, rentals), retains a historical value marked by its official inscription. This type of castle, in the 18th century, often embodied local power and served as a residence for the aristocracy or the rising bourgeoisie.

In the Pays de la Loire, this period was marked by economic development linked to agriculture, river trade (in particular via the Loire) and handicrafts. Castles such as Romany played a central role in social organization, sometimes hosting administrative or cultural activities. Their architecture also reflected the stylistic influences of the era, combining classicism and regional adaptations.

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