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The Château du Val d'Auray is a 16th century building located in Azay-le-Rideau, in the Indre-et-Loire department, in the Centre-Val de Loire region. This castle, inscribed in historical monuments on October 12, 1942, is distinguished by its angles adorned with turrets in corbellation, characteristic of Renaissance architecture. Its ground floor is accessible by a small gate, while the first floor is pierced with seven identical bays, reflecting a symmetry typical of the time.

The construction of the Château du Val d'Auray is part of a regional context marked by the rise of seigneurial and bourgeois residences in the 16th century. This period, marked by the Renaissance, saw the emergence of a more refined architecture, incorporating decorative elements such as corbellations and aligned bays. The monuments of that time often served as places of social representation, while playing a role in local economic and political organization.

The castle is located precisely at the following address: route de la Vallée du Lys, 37190 Azay-le-Rideau, in an environment that has evolved since its construction. Available data indicate that the monument is protected for its architectural elements, including the main body of the building (BO Box). No information is provided on its current use, whether visitation, rental or accommodation.

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