What is protected at Moutot castle?

The 16th-century gateway has been listed as a historic monument since 2011.

What transformations did the castle undergo?

From 1852 onward, the castle was extensively reworked, which significantly changed its interior organization compared to its original 16th-century design.

What happened to the castle's mill?

In 1879, the mill was converted into a cement factory that operated until 1930; its buildings still stand on the property.

Château de Moutot

Moutot Castle

Annay-sur-Serein

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No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Annay-sur-Serein

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Château de Moutot stands in Annay-sur-Serein (Yonne), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Moutot castle, built in the 16th century in the Yonne region, stands out for its finely crafted Renaissance gateway. The residence underwent major transformation from 1852 onward, which altered its interior layout. Multiple buildings cluster around the courtyard, enhanced by corner towers and openings with carefully dressed stone frames.

What to know

The castle is listed as a historic monument, particularly for its 16th-century gateway.
The complex displays hybrid architecture resulting from 19th-century modifications that changed its original layout.
The former cement factory buildings, active from 1879 to 1930, still stand on the site and testify to its industrial past.

Where this château is

Annay-sur-Serein · Yonne · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

89310 Annay-sur-Serein

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA89000045
Period of construction: 16th century

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Frequently asked

What is protected at Moutot castle?: The 16th-century gateway has been listed as a historic monument since 2011.
What transformations did the castle undergo?: From 1852 onward, the castle was extensively reworked, which significantly changed its interior organization compared to its original 16th-century design.
What happened to the castle's mill?: In 1879, the mill was converted into a cement factory that operated until 1930; its buildings still stand on the property.