Saint-Aubin-Château-Neuf (former commune in Yonne, France)

Name and local features

The name combines a dedication to Saint Aubin, a common patron in French parishes, with the term château neuf, literally “new castle,” which suggests a medieval or post-medieval fortification or manor once prominent in the locality. Its built heritage typically included a parish church, traditional stone houses, and farm buildings that reflect the materials and styles of the Burgundy countryside.

Geography and economy

Situated within Yonne, the area lies in a landscape of rolling fields, small woods, and mixed agriculture. The broader department is known for a mix of cereal growing, pasture, and in parts of Burgundy, viticulture; small villages like Saint-Aubin-Château-Neuf traditionally relied on local farming, artisanal trades and a rural way of life.

Administrative change and context

The incorporation into Le Val-d'Ocre was part of a wider pattern of municipal consolidation in France during the 2010s, intended to pool resources and streamline administration for sparsely populated communes. After the merger, local services, budgets and representation are handled by the council of the new commune while the historic name remains in local use for neighborhoods and landmarks.

Local life and significance

Although small, villages like Saint-Aubin-Château-Neuf preserve regional traditions, seasonal events and community ties. They contribute to the cultural identity of Burgundy through rural architecture, local festivals and agricultural practices. Visitors and researchers often consult departmental records or the new commune’s notices for information on heritage and planning.

Further information

• Official page for Saint-Aubin-Château-Neuf
• Yonne department resources
• Regional information for Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
• Le Val-d'Ocre (new commune)

Note: This article gives a concise summary of the former commune’s identity and administrative history. For detailed archival records, demographic data or heritage inventories consult the departmental archives or the official site of Le Val-d'Ocre.