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Château des évêques de Nevers, Urzy

Château des évêques de Nevers

Urzy

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Urzy

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Château des évêques de Nevers stands in Urzy (Nièvre), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: second half of the 17th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built between 1675 and 1680 for the bishops of Nevers, this château in Urzy reflects the classical architecture of the late 17th century. The complex includes the main building, outbuildings erected in 1689, and formal structures: gateway, railings, boundary wall, bridge and remains of the original gardens. The entire site is protected as a historic monument.

What to know

  • The château's façades and roofing have been listed as a historic monument since 1970.
  • The entire formal structures of the estate (walls, gateway, railings, bridge) and remains of the original gardens have been registered as historic monuments since 1992.
  • The outbuildings and associated dovecot form an important part of the period composition.
  • No information on visiting conditions is publicly available; enquire locally before planning a visit.

Where this château is

Urzy · Nièvre · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

58130 Urzy

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Heritage status
Listed historic monument (classé)
Mérimée record PA00113038
Period of construction
second half of the 17th century, 18th century

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Frequently asked

Who commissioned the construction of this château?
The château was built for the bishops of Nevers, reflecting the significance of ecclesiastical power in the region during the 17th century.
What period does this building date from?
The château was constructed between 1675 and 1680, while the outbuildings were added nine years later in 1689.
What is the scope of the heritage protection?
The château itself has been listed since 1970 for its façades and roofing; the complete estate including outbuildings, dovecot, boundary structures and historic gardens has been registered since 1992.

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Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.

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