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Château de Janzé

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Château de Janzé (Marcilly-d'Azergues)
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Château de Janzé

The Château de Janzé is situated on Chemin de Janzé in Marcilly-d'Azergues, France.

Location

  • The Château de Janzé is situated on Chemin de Janzé in Marcilly-d'Azergues, France.

History

Janzé, a commune in the Ille-et-Vilaine department in Brittany, has a rich history dating back to the Gallic tribes. Two Christian parishes were established in the 11th and 13th centuries. After the French Revolution, Janzé became an important center of agriculture and commerce.

Architecture

The Château de Janzé is a fortress built during a specific construction period. However, no further information on this period is available.

Layout

No layout details are provided for the castle.

Historical Significance and Events

  • Janzé is well known for its poultry industry, which has been an important aspect of the local economy since after the French Revolution.
  • The commune is also home to two official French Historical Monuments: the menhir called The Fairies' Rock (La Pierre des Fées) and the Church of Saint Martin (Eglise Saint-Martin).

Current Status and Use

The Château de Janzé is currently a private residence.

Heritage Status

No heritage status information is available for this castle.

Visiting Information

For those interested in visiting the Château de Janzé, more information can be found on its official website at https://www.chateaudejanze.com/.

Notable Features and Rooms

No notable features or rooms are provided for the castle.

Details

NameChâteau de Janzé
CityMarcilly-d'Azergues
CountryFrance
Coordinates45.862953, 4.732321
Current useprivate residence