Construction of main building XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Seven units of 50 m2 with floor.
XVIIe, XVIIIe et XIXe siècles
Architectural developments
Architectural developments XVIIe, XVIIIe et XIXe siècles (≈ 1865)
Additions and modifications to existing buildings.
22 janvier 1988
Registration for historical monuments
Registration for historical monuments 22 janvier 1988 (≈ 1988)
Fronts, roofs, chapel and fence wall protected.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
17th century building; facades and roofs of 18th and 19th century buildings and chapel; fence wall (box M 0012, 0246): entry by order of 22 January 1988
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Origin and history
The beguinage of the Cantuaines, located in Maubeuge in the department of the North, is a monument whose origins date back to the sixteenth century. The main building, dating back to this time, consists of seven 50 m2 units spread over one floor. This site was the subject of a rehabilitation project aimed at transforming it into a residence, attracting artists thanks to its proximity to the Théâtre du Manège. This project has given new life to this heritage while preserving its historical character.
The facades and roofs of the 18th and 19th century buildings, as well as the chapel and the fence wall, were listed as historical monuments by order of 22 January 1988. These architectural elements reflect the stylistic and functional evolutions of beguinage over the centuries. The site, owned by the municipality, bears witness to the religious and social history of Maubeuge, while being part of the current urban landscape.
The Beguinage des Cantuaines is located at 5 rue Gustave Sculfort, in a central area of Maubeuge. Its listing in the inventory of historic monuments underscores its heritage importance. The Mérimée base of the Ministry of Culture lists this monument under the notice PA00107745, confirming its protected status and its historical value for the Hauts-de-France region.
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