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The castral mottes of the Mazaubrun, also called feudal mottes, form a medieval site located in Châlus, in the Haute-Vienne department. This castral complex, located at the Mazaubrun, illustrates the defensive architecture characteristic of the Middle Ages, with earthworks and elevations intended to support fortified structures.

The site has been listed as historic monuments since October 20, 1983, recognizing its heritage value. Although little documented in available sources, the mottes testify to the local feudal organization and the strategic importance of Châlus during this period.

The precise location, at 5875 Le Mazaubrun, is referenced in the Mérimée base, with a geographical accuracy deemed a priori satisfactory. The site, although protected, does not have detailed information on its current accessibility or use (visits, services), depending on the available data.

The general historical context of the Middle Ages in Limousin (now New Aquitaine) was marked by a rural and seigneurial society, where the castral mots served as checkpoints and refuge. These structures, often associated with local noble families, played a key role in the administration and defence of the territories.

The sources also mention a photographic credit granted to Le Grand Cricri under Creative Commons license, as well as a reference to the Insee code of the commune (87032), confirming its administrative anchor in the Haute-Vienne and the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.

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