To be privately owned
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Château du Grand Mécoras
The Château du Grand Mécoras, a historic 14th-century castle, is situated in the picturesque Rhône-Alpes region of France. Once the center of the Mécoras lordship in the municipality of Ruffieux, it bears witness to a rich past and is a remarkable example of the architecture of its era.
History+
The fortified house originally belonged to the Montfalcon family, who had settled in Chautagne as early as the 11th century. In 1370, Henry de Montfalcon was mentioned as the Lord of Flaxieu. Through inheritance and marriage, the castle changed hands multiple times over the centuries within the Montfalcon family and their descendants. During the French Revolution, the Château was confiscated and sold as national property in Year III. Later, through repurchase and inheritance, it returned to the possession of descendants of the original owners. In 1964, Paul Feuga, an industrialist and descendant of the Girod-Montfalcon family, acquired the property and initiated extensive restoration work. Parts of the castle have been protected as historical monuments since 1969.
Location+
The Château du Grand Mécoras is located in the municipality of Ruffieux in the Savoie department, which belongs to the Rhône-Alpes region in France. It stands at an elevation of approximately 249 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, the Château du Grand Mécoras is privately owned. Visitors can admire the areas partially listed as historical monuments, which reflect the history and architectural evolution of the estate.
Nearby+
- Château de Clermont (castle), approx. 13.1 km away
- Château de Montrottier (castle), approx. 15.6 km away
- Tours de Mons (castle), approx. 18.5 km away
- Château de la Fléchère (castle), approx. 19.9 km away
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Source: Wikipedia · Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0 · Image: Hervé Rebours
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