Château Pastur, Town hall in Jodoigne, Belgium.
The Château Pastur presents a classical architecture with facades made of Gobertange stone, featuring a U-shaped structure with two levels of nine bays, decorated with a triangular pediment and square turrets topped with bulb-shaped roofs.
Originally built in the 13th century as a fortified castle for the Counts of Duras, the château underwent major transformations in 1730 under Count de Romrée, acquiring its current classical style after centuries of modifications and reconstructions.
The château exemplifies the architectural evolution of Walloon heritage buildings, showcasing the transition from medieval fortification to 18th-century classical residence, with its Gobertange stone facades representing typical regional construction techniques of the period.
Currently serving as Jodoigne's town hall, the château houses the municipal administration, library, and toy library, remaining accessible to visitors within its enclosed park on Avenue des Déportés in the city center.
The château derives its name from Philippe Pastur, a 19th-century notary who owned the property, reflecting its connection to local notable figures and its evolution from noble residence to administrative center.
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