Initial construction XIVe siècle (≈ 1450)
Fief manor originally erected.
XVIe siècle
Major developments
Major developments XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Logis and stairs added in screws.
XVIIe siècle
Agricultural buildings
Agricultural buildings XVIIe siècle (≈ 1750)
Construction or reconstruction of outbuildings.
1914-1918 (après)
Partial renovation
Partial renovation 1914-1918 (après) (≈ 1916)
South-east corner of the rebuilt farm.
8 février 1928
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 8 février 1928 (≈ 1928)
Official registration of the mansion.
1982 (après)
Demolition of stables
Demolition of stables 1982 (après) (≈ 1982)
Northeast stables shot down for security.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Manoir dit Fief Goret (former): by order of 8 February 1928
Key figures
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Origin and history
The former Fief Goret mansion, located in Largny-sur-Automne (Aisne), finds its origins in the 14th century as a fief mansion. The building underwent major developments in the 16th century, including the construction of an open gable house, served by a spiral staircase covered with a slate polygonal roof. These transformations reflect the architectural evolution of Renaissance seigneurial residences, combining functionality and defensive aesthetics.
Agricultural buildings, mostly with open gable roofs, were built or rebuilt in the 17th century, marking the expansion of fief-related agricultural activities. After World War I (1914-1918), the southeast corner of the farm was rebuilt, while the threatening northeast stables were demolished after 1982. The roof of the southeast is then covered with corrugated sheet, illustrating the modern adaptations of the site.
Filed a Historical Monument by order of 8 February 1928, Fief Goret bears witness to the rural and seigneurial history of Picardia. Its screw staircase, characteristic roofs and partial reconstructions make it an example of fortified manors, transformed as economic needs and conflicts arise. Approximate localization (precision: 5/10) suggests a partially preserved site, but its accessibility and current state remain to be confirmed.
