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Fontenais Castle
Fontenais Castle, an impressive Rococo-style building, is located in the picturesque municipality of Fontenais in the Swiss canton of Jura. It is distinguished by its two prominent towers with onion domes and today serves as the seat of the municipal administration as well as residential space.
History+
The construction of Fontenais Castle took place in 1740. It was built in the then-modern Rococo style on behalf of Jean Faber, who served as a prince-bishop's physician. In 1976, the property came into the possession of the municipality, which has since used it for communal purposes.
Location+
Fontenais Castle is situated in the municipality of Fontenais in the Porrentruy district, nestled within the Jura region of Switzerland. It stands at an elevation of approximately 438 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, Fontenais Castle houses the municipal administration. Furthermore, apartments are accommodated within its premises. The building is thus a vibrant part of the community and publicly accessible, at least in the administrative areas.
Nearby+
- Porrentruy Castle (castle), approx. 1.8 km away
- Montvoie (Ocourt) Ruin (castle), approx. 4.6 km away
- St. Ursanne Ruin (castle), approx. 7.0 km away
- Miécourt Castle (castle), approx. 7.4 km away
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