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Belvès Belfry is a 13th-century square tower located in the historic centre of Belvès, New Aquitaine. This monument, inscribed in the Historical Monuments since 1948, seems to have played a role as a clock tower for the city. Its structure, integrated with the medieval castrum, presents rare openings in the shape of murderers, typical of the defensive constructions of the period. The roof was later rebuilt, but the base retains traces of its original use.

The belfry is surrounded by remains of ramparts, indicating its integration into a wider defensive system. Located in Place du Marché, it belonged to a fortified complex that structured the medieval city. Today, there remains an architectural testimony of Belvès' urban and defensive functions in the Middle Ages, although its state of conservation and precise location are considered mediocre (precision note: 5/10).

Owned by the municipality, the belfry is protected for its heritage interest, including its cadastre referenced under Parcel A 433. Its history is closely linked to that of the castrum, a fortified space that housed the administrative and commercial activities of the city. The rare openings and square shape of the tower suggest both a practical (clock) and a defensive vocation, reflecting the needs of local populations at that time.

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