Château des Blondes, 18th-century castle in Sassenage, France
The Château des Blondes features a four-level structure with two projecting bodies resembling turrets and maintains its original architectural facades.
Built in 1786, the castle initially served as a silk lace factory and charitable house, providing employment for 300 young women from rural areas.
The lace produced at the castle, known as blonde, gained recognition throughout France and became a preferred choice of Queen Marie Antoinette.
The castle now functions as Sassenage's town hall, with two pavilions at the entrance housing municipal police services and administrative offices.
An underground pedestrian passage connects the castle to a park and additional administrative buildings, creating an integrated municipal complex.
GPS coordinates: 45.20661,5.66374
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:42
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