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Panloup Castle, built in the 17th century under the reign of Louis XIII, is a typical example of two-coloured brick architecture, with a central body flanked by two pavilions. Its façade is decorated with a curvilinear pediment and two towers with campaniles, while on the inside, a stone of the 12th or 13th century, representing the paschal lamb, decorates the old chapel. The estate, surrounded by a park (a century-old platane, Lebanese cedar), serves as a starting point for the Yzeure 2000 hiking trail. Joined the Historical Monuments in 1947, it now hosts the Youth Service of the city and exhibitions for the young public.

The first certified owner, Louis de Launay (physician), resided there in 1550, followed in the 17th century by Jacques Bodinat, a lawyer, then his son François, lieutenant and gendarme du Roi. In the 18th century, the castle belonged to the Roy family, including Gilbert Roy, squire, before passing into the hands of several private owners. Pierre Maquin, Sieur de Panloup, refused in 1709 to supervise parish repairs invoking his age and status as a military officer. Repurchased by the town in the 20th century, the castle preserves an unusual collection of more than 250 objects representing cocks.

The building illustrates the bourbonese regionalist style, combining bricks, stones and flat tiles. Its history reflects the local social changes, from millenian officers to private families, before its current vocation as a cultural and educational place. The architectural elements (tours, pediment, chapel) and the park bear witness to its past prestige, while its inscription as historic monuments in 1947 underscores its heritage value.

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