Marast
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| Coordinates: 47°33′29″N 6°22′59″E / 47.5581°N 6.3831°E | |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Haute-Saône |
| Arrondissement | Lure |
| Canton | Villersexel |
Area 1 | 3.06 km2 (1.18 sq mi) |
| Population (2022)[1] | 49 |
| • Density | 16/km2 (41/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code | 70332 /70110 |
| Elevation | 264–346 m (866–1,135 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Marast is a commune in the Haute-Saône department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France.[2]
Priory of Marast
In the quiet village of Marast, stands the historic Priory of Marast. One of its notable former owners was Humbert of Villersexel, Count of La Roche-en-Montagne, who, along with his wife Marguerite de Charny, is buried in Marast. This couple is historically significant as they were known to have possessed the Shroud of Turin.[2]
The priory, rich in history, features 20 rooms, two spacious attics, and a 12th-century vaulted cellar, all situated on a 3,630 square meter property. While the priory currently serves as a holiday home, it requires renovation. As a designated “monument classé” (protected historical monument), investments made toward its restoration are fully deductible from French taxes, providing a unique opportunity for prospective owners to convert tax obligations into property improvements and potential capital gains.[2]
Adjacent to the priory is a state-owned church that attracts visitors as a tourist site. Both the priory and the church are situated along the Route of Santiago de Compostela, a renowned pilgrimage route.[2]
With its remarkable architectural features and historical significance, the priory offers exceptional potential for development or preservation.
See also
References
- ^ "Populations de référence 2022" (in French). The National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 19 December 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Marast.Info".