The courtly ballad

Château de Druyes is a medieval castle located in Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines in Yonne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. It was built in the 12th century by the Counts of Nevers, and remained in their possession until the 18th century. It was as much a noble residence as it was a fortified castle. It was a frequented dwelling place of Peter II of Courtenay, the Emperor of Constantinople in the 13th century, and his daughter Matilda, Countess of Nevers, Auxerre and Tonnerre.

Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines is a commune in the Yonne department in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in north-central France. It is well known for several historic monuments including the ruins of the château de Druyes, the city gate, the Roman church of Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines, and the lavoir.