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Monument Attractions In Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines

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Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines is a commune in the Yonne department in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in north-central France. It is well known for several historic monuments including the ruins of the château de Druyes, the city gate, the Roman church of Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines, and the lavoir.
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Monument Attractions In Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines

  • 1. Chateau de Druyes les Belles Fontaines Druyes Les Belles Fontaines
    Château de Druyes is a medieval castle located in Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines in Yonne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. It was built in the 12th century by the Counts of Nevers, and remained in their possession until the 18th century. It was as much a noble residence as it was a fortified castle. It was a frequented dwelling place of Peter II of Courtenay, the Emperor of Constantinople in the 13th century, and his daughter Matilda, Countess of Nevers, Auxerre and Tonnerre. It was later abandoned by the Counts of Nevers. From the 17th century onward, having lost all military and stately importance, it was no longer occupied and slowly deteriorated. It avoided destruction during the French Revolution but it was not until the second half of the 20th century that local residents and authorities bec...
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