Château de Sauvage, Heritage château in Émancé, France
Château de Sauvage is a heritage castle in Émancé built with brick and meulière stone walls topped by a slate roof. The main buildings contain numerous rooms arranged in a classical French layout typical of estates from the 17th century.
The estate was given by Louis XIV to Louise de Maisonblanche, his daughter from a relationship with a lady-in-waiting, making it a property of royal significance. This royal connection shaped its development and status for centuries afterward.
The property includes a 40-hectare English park with a decorative pond formed by diverting the Drouette River, creating a natural reserve.
The estate sits within protected parkland where visitors can observe various animal species like flamingos, peacocks, and swans living in their habitat. The grounds are laid out to allow exploration of both the castle and the surrounding gardens.
In 2023 the property gained attention when fraudsters occupied it and sold off valuable furniture and artworks. The incident revealed vulnerabilities in the security of heritage sites and led to discussions about better protection.
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