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The Château de Lescours, located in the commune of Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens en Gironde (Nouvelle-Aquitaine), is a monument dating back to the 14th century, with major changes in the 18th century. This castle, partially surrounded by moat, illustrates the architectural evolution between the Middle Ages and the modern era, with initial defensive elements and subsequent developments reflecting the taste for seigneurial residences of pleasure. Its designation as Historic Monuments in 2015 protects its facades, roofs, interior courtyard, monumental staircase, as well as a plot leading to a water room and a canal, testimony of its landscape and heritage importance.

The location of the castle, specified as "a priori satisfactory" (level 5/10), places the site at 52 chemin de Lescours, in a framework today private. Although the property belongs to a company, the available sources (Monumentum, Mérimée base) do not specify its current accessibility to the public, whether it is visits, room rentals or accommodation in guest rooms. Ancient photographs (circa 1900-1910) under Creative Commons' license highlight its historical anchoring in the local landscape, between vineyards and characteristic hydraulic elements.

The inscription by decree of 18 December 2015 specifically concerns the most emblematic architectural and landscape elements, excluding the vines planted on the estate. This legal protection highlights the heritage value of the site, while revealing the preservation challenges associated with its contemporary use. The Château de Lescours thus embodies a medieval and classical heritage, marked by successive adaptations and lasting integration into its girondin environment.

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