Construction begins 2e moitié XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Initial period of the castle
XIXe siècle
Latest architectural changes
Latest architectural changes XIXe siècle (≈ 1865)
End of documented work
16 janvier 1991
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 16 janvier 1991 (≈ 1991)
Protection of facades and roofs (Box AB 99)
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Facades and roofs (cad. AB 99): entry by order of 16 January 1991
Origin and history
The castle of Rimaucourt, located in the commune of the same name in the Grand East region, is a monument whose origins date back to the second half of the 16th century. Its construction phases extend until the 19th century, covering several architectural and historical periods. The site is now recognized as a Historical Monument, with a specific protection covering its facades and roofs, inscribed by decree of 16 January 1991. These elements, referenced under the AB 99 cadastre, testify to its stylistic and functional evolution throughout the centuries.
The location of the castle, at 6 Rue de l'Abreuvoir, is documented in the Merimée base, with a geographical accuracy deemed satisfactory (level 7/10). Rimaucourt, attached to the department of Haute-Marne (code Insee 52423), is part of a territory marked by the legacy of the former Champagne-Ardenne region, now integrated into the Grand Est. Although available sources (Monumentum, internal data) do not specify its current use, the castle could, like many similar monuments, have experienced residential, defensive or agricultural vocations depending on the times.
The periods of construction identified — 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries — suggest a gradual adaptation of the building to the needs and tastes of its occupants. The lack of details on sponsors or architects in the sources limits the understanding of its social history, but listing as Historic Monuments underscores its heritage importance. The photographs available, such as the one credited to Sire781 under Creative Commons license, contribute to its visual documentation, although its access to the public (visits, rentals, accommodation) is not explicitly mentioned.
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