Château de la Rochette

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Château de la Rochette, Medieval castle in Lully, France.

The castle features two round corner towers and a cylindrical keep on a promontory, representing military architecture from the thirteenth century.

The lords of Cervens constructed this fortress in the mid-thirteenth century, and it remained in their family's possession until 1840.

The castle grounds contained a hospital, marketplace, and gallows, demonstrating the complete feudal organization of medieval society.

The ruins received historical monument status in 1932 and are located at coordinates 46.291° N latitude and 6.42673° E longitude.

Local records mention that Aymon de la Rochette lived here and married Mathilde, the niece of Amédée VIII, Duke of Savoy.

Location: Lully

Inception: 13 century

Address: Route de Genève 74890

GPS coordinates: 46.29100,6.42673

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:08

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