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Origin and history

Château Saint-Aubin de Crépy-en-Valois is a historical monument dating back to the 10th and 13th centuries. Situated in the commune of Crépy-en-Valois, in the department of the Oise ( Hauts-de-France region), it embodies a medieval architectural heritage marked by centuries of construction. Its listing in the inventory of Historic Monuments by order of 3 April 1926 bears witness to its heritage importance, although the precise details of its history and transformations remain partially documented.

The castle, now owned by the municipality, is associated with local cultural and historical functions. Its address, 5 Rue Gustave Chopinet, places the building in the heart of Crépy-en-Valois, a city whose past is linked to the history of Valois. Although available sources (including Monumentum) do not specify its initial use, its status as an ancient fortress and its integration into the urban landscape suggest a defensive or seigneurial role. The accuracy of its location, assessed as "passible" (note 5/10), reflects the limitations of current geographic data.

The Château Saint-Aubin is also connected to the Musée du Valois et de l'archerie, highlighting its anchoring in regional history. Protected elements, known as "Château Saint-Aubin" (old), probably include vestiges or structures characteristic of medieval periods. The absence of architectural details or historical anecdotes in the sources consulted limits the reconstruction of its evolution, but its heritage inscription makes it a silent witness to the local dynamics between the 10th and 13th centuries.

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