TE/Inspire Metz
TE/Inspire Metz
TE/Inspire Metz
TE/Inspire Metz
On the slopes of the Lorraine Plateau, the village of Sainte-Ruffine is located eight kilometers from the historic center of Metz.
This small castle remained in its original condition until World War II. Its residents, who were not originally from Alsace-Lorraine, were driven out and replaced by the family of a German officer, who restored part of the building. At the time of liberation, the roof collapsed and was replaced with fiber-cement tiles, which disrupted the elegant simplicity of this residence. The imposing roof has just been re-thatched with slate, as it was originally.
The tour offers a glimpse into what life might have been like in the home of an 18th-century marquis.
In the 19th century, the residence was purchased by a German member of parliament, Friedrich SCHÜLER, whom some of his modern-day compatriots consider the “grandfather of Europe.”
This small castle remained in its original condition until World War II. Its residents, who were not originally from Alsace-Lorraine, were driven out and replaced by the family of a German officer, who restored part of the building. At the time of liberation, the roof collapsed and was replaced with fiber-cement tiles, which disrupted the elegant simplicity of this residence. The imposing roof has just been re-thatched with slate, as it was originally.
The tour offers a glimpse into what life might have been like in the home of an 18th-century marquis.
In the 19th century, the residence was purchased by a German member of parliament, Friedrich SCHÜLER, whom some of his modern-day compatriots consider the “grandfather of Europe.”
Practical information
Historic monument or place to visit in SAINTE RUFFINE , on the theme(s) Architecture .
Visit conditions
Visits
Guided tours at all times
Groups accepted on reservation
Duration of the visit : 00:30
Prices
Free for children under 7 years
Contact us
Château de Buzelet
- 06 60 54 35 47
- Château de Buzelet19 Grand'Rue57130 SAINTE RUFFINE
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