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The fortified house of La Serrée is a medieval building located on the town of Ormes, in the department of Saône-et-Loire. This monument, typical of the defensive buildings of the Middle Ages, consists of a motte surrounded by three distinct ditches: a first circular ditch and a third polygonal, delimiting the lower courtyard still visible today. The ensemble illustrates the local military architecture of the feudal period, designed to provide protection and control of the territory.

The first written mention of the lords of La Serrée dates back to 1289, attesting to the seniority of the site. Although the details of its evolution remain fragmentary, the platform of the castle, including the motte and its surroundings, was included in the inventory of historical monuments by order of 7 July 2005. This ranking underscores its heritage importance and its role in regional history, while preserving the remains of an era marked by conflict and seigneurial organization.

Today, the strong house of the Serrea belongs to the commune of Ormes. Its state of partial conservation, including the lower yard and the traces of ditches, offers a material testimony of medieval fortification techniques. The site, although little documented for its later uses, remains a characteristic example of burgundy strong houses, often linked to local noble families in charge of defending the surrounding lands.

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