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Château de Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche is located in the commune of Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche, in the department of Saône-et-Loire, in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. It gives its name to Rue du Vieux Château, highlighting its historical anchor in the local landscape. Its origins date back to the 14th and 16th centuries, periods marked by significant architectural transformations, although the precise details of its initial construction remain little documented in the available sources.

Ranked among the historical monuments since 29 June 1987, the castle enjoys official protection over its facades, roofs and enclosure wall. This inscription bears witness to its heritage value, while suggesting a history linked to the seigneurial or defensive organization of the region. The lack of explicit mention of its successive owners or its original use in source texts limits the accuracy of its history, but its current status makes it a notable element of local heritage.

The location of the castle, indicated with an accuracy deemed "a priori satisfactory" (level 7/10), places the monument at 5112 Rue du Vieux Château. This address, combined with its Insee code (71448) and its attachment to the district of Mâcon, confirms its integration into a territory marked by a medieval and reborn history. The available data do not allow to detail its past social or economic role, but its inclusion among the castles of Saône-et-Loire suggests a lasting local importance.

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