Construction of the cross 1er quart XVIIe siècle (≈ 1725)
Estimated time of erection.
27 février 1958
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 27 février 1958 (≈ 1958)
Official protection order.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
17th century cross (Cd. AL): by order of 27 February 1958
Key figures
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Sources insufficient to identify.
Origin and history
The cross at Nervieux is a historical monument dating from the 1st quarter of the 17th century. It is located in the territory of the commune of Nervieux, in the Loire department, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The monument was classified by ministerial decree on 27 February 1958, attesting to its heritage importance and legal protection. Today it is owned by the commune of Nervieux.
The crosses of this period were often erected for religious or commemorative purposes, marking places of assembly, crossroads or paths. Their presence reflected the importance of the Christian faith in the daily life of rural communities. In the 17th century, the region was marked by a predominantly agricultural society, where religious monuments played a central role in the social and spiritual structure of villages.
Based on available data, this cross is located approximately at 8 Bis Chemin de Chantgrenot or near C.D. 1 and V.O. 7. The accuracy of its location is considered fair, which may indicate uncertainty as to its exact location. No additional information is provided concerning its sponsor, iconography or any specific historical events associated with it.
The 1958 classification underlines the heritage value of this cross, which is a typical example of the religious monuments of that time. Sources also mention that it is referenced in the Mérimée database under Insee code 42155, confirming its inclusion in the French protected heritage.
