The Château ducal de Duesme is a medieval fortress that stands on an escarpment outside Duesme, dominating the village and the valley of the Seine to the north. Accessible by a road from the D101D, it has a history as fascinating as it is long. Built in the 13th century by the lords of Duesme, the castle was later fortified in 1355 by the dukes of Burgundy to resist the great companies. It was captured by the League in the Wars of Religion in 1595 after a devastating siege, and then dismantled by Henri IV. The destruction of the castle's remains occurred in 1776. Some ruins are currently being restored and bridges have been rebuilt over the ravines. Originally constructed on an escarpment oriented north-south, chosen for the defensive advantages offered by the site, it's a testament to the strategic thinking of the medieval builders.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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