When was the Donjon de Montessus built?

The main structure dates to the 14th century, with extensions and modifications in the 15th century, and some alterations in the 17th century.

What are the characteristic architectural features?

A square keep with four round corner towers, a residential wing, a circular tower containing a chapel and dovecote, and monumental fireplaces.

What is the warren mentioned on the site?

The warren, documented from the 16th century onward, is a sloping terrain arrangement toward the Arconce stream, forming an integral part of the castle complex's protection.

Ensemble castral dit "Donjon de Montessus"

Changy

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Where: Changy

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Ensemble castral dit "Donjon de Montessus" stands in Changy (Saône-et-Loire), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, 15th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The Donjon de Montessus, listed as a historical monument, is a 14th-century castle complex located in Changy, Saône-et-Loire. The site revolves around a square keep with four circular corner towers, accompanied by a residential wing and a circular tower housing a chapel and dovecote. The architecture reflects medieval Charolais defensive principles, enhanced by 15th-century buildings and additions.

What to know

Access and visiting conditions are not documented: contact beforehand before visiting.
The protected castle complex includes buildings, grounds, underground structures, and the historic warren within a defined cadastral area.
Monumental fireplaces and the chapel are among the remarkable interior elements.

Where this château is

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

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Address

Changy, Saône-et-Loire

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA71000036
Period of construction: 14th century, 15th century

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When was the Donjon de Montessus built?: The main structure dates to the 14th century, with extensions and modifications in the 15th century, and some alterations in the 17th century.
What are the characteristic architectural features?: A square keep with four round corner towers, a residential wing, a circular tower containing a chapel and dovecote, and monumental fireplaces.
What is the warren mentioned on the site?: The warren, documented from the 16th century onward, is a sloping terrain arrangement toward the Arconce stream, forming an integral part of the castle complex's protection.