Can you visit Boutavant castle?

No, it is privately owned and closed to visitors, it can only be seen from the outside.

How old is Boutavant castle?

It was likely built in the first half of the 12th century by the Gros de Brancion family.

Is Boutavant castle a protected monument?

Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since a 2015 decree, which also covers its terraces and gardens.

Where is Boutavant castle located?

It stands in the commune of Cortambert, in Saône-et-Loire, overlooking the Grosne valley.

Does Boutavant castle have ties to the abbey of Cluny?

Yes, the fortress was ceded to the abbey of Cluny in 1237 by Josseran de Brancion.

Château de Boutavant

Boutavant Castle

Cortambert

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Where: Cortambert

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Château de Boutavant stands in Cortambert (Saône-et-Loire), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 13th century, 14th century, 18th century, 19th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Set on a rocky spur above the Grosne valley, Boutavant castle has overlooked Cortambert since the Middle Ages. Built by the Gros de Brancion family and later ceded to the abbey of Cluny in 1237, it endured sieges and occupations before becoming a farming estate and, in the 19th century, a country retreat. Now privately owned, it can only be viewed from outside, its round tower and turret still recalling the original fortified quadrangle.

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What to know

The castle is privately owned and cannot be visited inside.
It can only be viewed from the outside, respecting the boundaries of the property.
The building has been listed as a historic monument since 2015, along with its terraces and gardens.
There are no opening hours, fees or visitor facilities since the site is closed to the public.
Its elevated position allows views of the castle from the surrounding Grosne valley.

Where this château is

Cortambert · Saône-et-Loire · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

Cortambert, Saône-et-Loire

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA71000075
Period of construction: 13th century, 14th century, 18th century, 19th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit Boutavant castle?: No, it is privately owned and closed to visitors, it can only be seen from the outside.
How old is Boutavant castle?: It was likely built in the first half of the 12th century by the Gros de Brancion family.
Is Boutavant castle a protected monument?: Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since a 2015 decree, which also covers its terraces and gardens.
Where is Boutavant castle located?: It stands in the commune of Cortambert, in Saône-et-Loire, overlooking the Grosne valley.
Does Boutavant castle have ties to the abbey of Cluny?: Yes, the fortress was ceded to the abbey of Cluny in 1237 by Josseran de Brancion.