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Origin and history

Bonnebaud Castle, located in Saint-Pierre-le-Chastel in Puy-de-Dôme, is a building whose origins date back to the 13th century. It is initially a fortified castle, marked by a square dungeon which forms its medieval nucleus. The 14th and 15th centuries saw its enlargement with the addition of a round tower to the south and the construction of a quadrangular enclosure, delimiting a closed courtyard. These changes reflect the evolution of the defensive and residential needs of the time.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the castle underwent major modifications to become a seigneurial residence. Homes are added, decorated with woodwork and painted decorations characteristic of the classical and rococo periods. The 18th century also marked the creation of French-style gardens, composed of geometric parts, while additional decorations were brought in at the end of the 19th century. The ensemble illustrates an uninterrupted architectural continuity, from the Middle Ages to the modern era.

The castle is listed as a historic monument in its entirety, including its interiors (stairs, living rooms, rooms), outbuildings ( stables), and its estate (garden, park, park), by an order of 19 May 2003. This classification protects a heritage representative of social and aesthetic changes over six centuries, from its initial defensive function to its role as aristocratic home. No information is available on any owners or specific milestone events.

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