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The castle of Sirod, also called Château de Montrichard, is a monument located in the Jura, Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Its foundations date back to the 14th century, while its southwest hexagonal tower dates back to the 15th century. The fief, belonging to the Barony of Châteauvillain, belonged to the family of Sirod (or Seroz) since at least the twelfth century. In the 16th century, it was acquired by the family of Montrichard, who carried out important works there, including a Renaissance facade designed by master mason Richard Maire, known for his work at the palace of Cardinal de Granvelle in Besançon.

Six generations of Montrichard, captains of the garrison of Nozeroy and gruyers of the forests of Châlon-Arlay between 1529 and 1741, occupied the castle. After the conquest of the Franche-Comté, they sold it to the Watteville, their Suzerans of Châteauvillain, who kept it for a century. At the Revolution, the castle was purchased by the Monnier des Foncines family, and then passed on to the Jacques family, who kept it until 1953. Since 1977, he has belonged to the Florentin family, which is undertaking restoration work.

The castle, partially listed as a historical monument in 1997, houses notable architectural elements such as French ceilings and a decorated room from the late eighteenth century. It served as a farm and holiday settlement before being gradually restored. Its history reflects the political and social changes of the Franche-Comté, from medieval lords to bourgeois and contemporary families.

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