Château de Sainte-Julie

The Château de Sainte-Julie is a medieval castle with high stone walls and distinctive towers built between the 13th and 15th centuries. The main spaces include a grand hall and oratory on the ground floor, with the facades, roofing, and these principal interior rooms protected as registered heritage monuments.

The castle was initially held by the Coligny family and later passed to the La Tour du Pin family through the marriage of Beatrix de Coligny. In the early 17th century, Andre Balme, a royal secretary of the Parliament of Metz, acquired the property.

The ground floor shows how medieval nobles integrated their social gatherings and spiritual practices within the same structure, a pattern visible in the room arrangement today.

The castle is situated on grounds where both external structures and interior rooms are accessible, giving a complete view of the medieval construction and layout. Spring and summer are the best times to visit, as outdoor areas are fully accessible and the light enhances visibility of the stone details.

The interior walls display painted heraldic emblems from 1680 that showcase how the new owner personalized the property after acquiring it. These artworks remain visible today and offer a rare glimpse into the decorative tastes of that era.

Location: Sainte-Julie

GPS coordinates: 45.86500,5.28011

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22