Château de Grignon
Grignon Castle
Grignon
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- Where
- Grignon
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Open within 20 km
Château de Grignon stands in Grignon (Côte-d'Or), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.
Grignon castle in Côte-d'Or dates from the 12th century. Its main gateway, defended by a tower at the northeast corner, retains the hallmarks of medieval fortification. The façades and rooflines of these defensive structures have been preserved and registered as historical monuments.
What to know
- The historical monument protection covers the façades and rooflines of the gateway, guardhouse, and corner tower, plus the eastern façade extending to the tower.
- No public access information is currently available; contact Grignon's town hall before planning a visit.
- Dating from the 12th century, the castle exemplifies medieval defensive architecture of that period.
Where this château is
Grignon · Côte-d'Or · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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Address
Grignon, Côte-d'Or
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- Period of construction
- 12th century
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Itineraries
Frequently asked
- When was Grignon castle built?
- The castle dates from the 12th century.
- What is protected as a historical monument?
- The façades and rooflines of the gateway, guardhouse, northeast corner tower and the eastern façade extending to the tower have been registered since 1976.
- How can I visit Grignon castle?
- No public access information is currently available; contact Grignon's town hall to inquire about visiting conditions.
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Sources
Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.
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- Wikidata Q22964805
- Mérimée PA00112486
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