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The Baroness de Bastard
Love at first sight... for Hautefort
In 1929, it was love at first sight that saved Hautefort, with the arrival of Baron Henry de Bastard and his wife Simone. Fascinated by the site and its history, they brought the house and its gardens back to life. Alone after the death of her husband in 1957, the Baroness completed the work and moved into the château in 1965. However, she watched helplessly as the main building of the château burned down on the night of 30-31 August 1968.
Unwavering determination
The very next day, Baroness de Bastard decided to restore her château once again. Moved by her passion and determination, everyone rallied round to help and encourage her, from the villagers to leading figures of the day such as Pierre de Lagarde and André Malraux. A host of new enthusiasts, both anonymous and well-known, helped to save one of the most prestigious monuments in south-west France.
David-Weill patronage
To preserve this important heritage site, the Baroness set up the Fondation du château de Hautefort, which was recognised as a public utility in 1990. The patronage of Michel David-Weill, nephew of the Baroness de Bastard, and his wife Hélène, both great collectors, was decisive in the restoration and preservation of Hautefort.
