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Chambon-le-Château Manor House is an emblematic building located in the municipality of the same name, in Lozère, in the Occitanie region. Built in the 16th century, it represents a typical example of the civil architecture of this period, marked by the transition between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Its designation as historic monuments in 1976 reflects its heritage importance and the desire to preserve this local heritage.

The manor house is located precisely in the department of Lozère, an area known for its history related to the Gevaudan and an ancient human occupation. At the time of its construction, the region was mainly rural, with an economy based on agriculture, livestock and artisanal activities. The manors of this period often served as residences for wealthy families or local notables, playing a central role in the social and economic organization of the surrounding villages.

The inscription of the mansion in 1976 allowed to protect its facades and roofs, architectural elements characteristic of its era. This official recognition also underlines its integration into the cultural and historical landscape of the Lozère, where it is one of the listed monuments. The data available, notably via the Merimée and Monumentum databases, confirm its status as a protected heritage, although little detailed information about its specific history or its occupants is available.

Today, the manor house of Chambon-le-Château remains an architectural testimony of the 16th century, offering an overview of the life and constructions of this period in Occitanie. Its state of conservation and its possible openness to the public are not specified in the available sources, but its inclusion among historical monuments guarantees its preservation for future generations.

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