Meurthe-et-Moselle. For five years, they have managed to create momentum around their castle in Jaulny, to bring it back to life.

On this first day of August, Aurore Thiébaut and Emmanuel Pénétrat are preparing to do a bit of cleaning before welcoming the bride and groom for the weekend. It's one of the "economic drivers" they've chosen to bring their château in the heart of the Lorraine countryside to life, but it's far from the only one.

Up for sale for ten years, this medieval castle was virtually uninhabited when Emmanuel Pénétrat visited it in July 2020. This history buff fell in love with it . Except someone else positioned themselves at the same time. He then thought the story was over. His partner was more optimistic.

The deal was finally closed "for €320,000," the new owner says openly. "It's the most...

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