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The Château de Mont-Saint-Martin is a building located in the municipality of the same name, in the department of Aisne, in the Hauts-de-France region. Built in the 17th century, it represents an example of architecture of this period, although the precise details of its construction or its sponsors are not mentioned in the available sources. The monument has been listed as historic monuments since 1927, a recognition that underscores its heritage importance.

The location of the castle is specified in the archives: it is located at the address 4 Route de Fismes, on the commune of Mont-Saint-Martin. The protected elements specifically include the castle gate, which was registered by ministerial decree in June 1927. No additional information is available on its current use, such as a possible public opening or proposed services.

The historical context of the seventeenth century in this region is marked by a period of transition between the wars of religion and the affirmation of royal power. The castles of that time, often built or renovated by the rising nobility or bourgeoisie, served both as residences and symbols of prestige. In Aisne, as in other rural areas, these buildings also played a role in the local organization, reflecting the social and economic hierarchies of the time.

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