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Jacquesson Castle, located at 116 avenue de Paris in Châlons-en-Champagne (Grand Est), was built between 1863 and 1866 on the plans of architect Eugene Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc. Sponsored by Eugène Jacquesson, heir to a dynasty of champagne traders, he embodied the opulence of this local industry in the 19th century. The building, made of Savonnière and Euville stones, consists of a central wing flanked by two short wings at right angles.

The castle reflects the influence of Viollet-le-Duc, famous for its Gothic style and its restorations of medieval monuments. It was erected in front of the cellars of the family company Jacquesson & Fils, highlighting the link between architectural heritage and economic activity. Ranked a Historic Monument in 1980, it now houses private housing, while maintaining its status as a symbol of the Champagne heritage.

The building also illustrates the urban transformations of Châlons-en-Champagne in the 19th century, marked by the rise of industrial fortunes. Its inscription in the inventory of Historic Monuments in 1980 (decree of 13 November) protects its original elements, including the facade and the stone structure. The property remains private, managed by a company, limiting its access to the public.

The available sources (Wikipedia, Mérimée base, Monumentum) confirm its exact address and architect, but diverge slightly on its precise location (116 avenue de Paris or 18 Rue de la Comete). These differences reflect changes in the cadastre and urban denominations since its construction.

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