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Sorans-lès-Breurey Castle is an emblematic building located in the municipality of the same name, in Haute-Saône, Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Built in two major phases, it dates from the first half of the 18th century for its oldest parts, then was remodelled in the 3rd quarter of the 19th century, including a chapel of neo-Gothic style. This monument thus reflects the evolution of architectural tastes between classicism and historical eclecticism, typical of the aristocratic or bourgeois residences of these epochs.

The castle was inscribed under the title of historical monuments by decree of 3 January 1992, thus protecting all its housing body (including its interior decorations), its terrace is with its statues and grounds, as well as its commons and their entrance gate. Among the remarkable elements are three statues and vases attributed to Gardaire, a box and d'if floor, and a neo-Gothic chapel. These protections highlight the heritage value of the site, both for its architecture and for its landscape developments.

The castle is associated with Jean-Pierre Galezot, mentioned as a masterpiece in the available sources. Although its exact role (architect, contractor, or sponsor) is not detailed, its name remains linked to the construction or transformation of the monument. Today, the castle seems still standing, with a precise location (1 Chemin des Prés, Sorans-lès-Breurey), but the sources do not specify whether it is open to the public, transformed into a private residence, or dedicated to specific activities such as visits or events.

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