How old is the château de La Rochelle?

The present buildings date from the 18th century, built from 1703 on the ruins of a medieval fortress destroyed in 1388.

Who commissioned the château?

It was built for François Bavoux, lord of Larret, by engineer Aillet.

Is the château de La Rochelle a listed monument?

It has been listed as a historic monument since a 1987 decree, which protects its façades, roofs and certain interiors.

Are there any medieval remains still visible?

Yes, the ditches, walls and substructures of the former stronghold survive and are protected.

Château de La Rochelle

Rochelle Castle

La Rochelle

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Château de La Rochelle stands in La Rochelle (Haute-Saône), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Located in the commune of La Rochelle, in the Haute-Saône department, this 18th-century château stands on the remains of a medieval fortress destroyed in 1388. Engineer Aillet built it from 1703 onward for François Bavoux, lord of Larret, arranging the buildings around a forecourt and an honour courtyard. Two layers of history remain visible: the ditches and enclosures of the original stronghold, and the classical façades reworked in the 19th century.

What to know

The château has been listed as a historic monument since 1987.
The protection covers in particular the medieval ditches and remains, the façades and roofs, and certain interior rooms of the main house with their 18th-century panelling and fireplaces.
No verified information is available on opening hours, admission fees or accessibility, so it is advisable to check directly before visiting.
The site combines medieval remains with classical buildings, meaning outdoor visits may involve uneven ground.

Where this château is

La Rochelle · Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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10 Grande Rue, 70120 La Rochelle

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00102262
Period of construction: 18th century

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How old is the château de La Rochelle?: The present buildings date from the 18th century, built from 1703 on the ruins of a medieval fortress destroyed in 1388.
Who commissioned the château?: It was built for François Bavoux, lord of Larret, by engineer Aillet.
Is the château de La Rochelle a listed monument?: It has been listed as a historic monument since a 1987 decree, which protects its façades, roofs and certain interiors.
Are there any medieval remains still visible?: Yes, the ditches, walls and substructures of the former stronghold survive and are protected.