Registration for Historic Monuments 14 décembre 2022 (≈ 2022)
Total protection of the remains of the villa.
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Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The vestiges of the ancient villa of Pere, in total, as delimited on the plan annexed to the decree, located Route de Bouyte, on plots Nos. 189 and 135, appearing in the cadastre section ZE : inscription of 14 December 2022
Origin and history
The remains of the ancient Villa de Pébra, located in Vinon-sur-Verdon in the department of Var, constitute a historical monument inscribed since 14 December 2022. This archaeological site, whose protected elements cover parcels 189 and 135 of the Cadastre section ZE, is located along the Route de Bouyte. Although the exact period of construction of this villa is not specified in the available sources, its recent inscription bears witness to its heritage importance for the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
The location of the site, noted as "passable" (level 5/10) in the Merimée base, suggests that the remains are identifiable but could benefit from better cartographic accuracy. The registered official address, Route de Bouyte, and its GPS approximation (159 Chemin de Bouyte), indicate a rural or peri-urban area, typical of the settlements of ancient villas in Provence. No information is provided on the public opening, proposed services, or specific archaeological discoveries associated with this site.
The inscription of the Historical Monuments in 2022 marks an official recognition of the historical value of these remains. This status protects all the structures still visible, without the sources detailing their state of conservation or any search campaigns. The ancient villa of Pebra is thus part of the Provencal archaeological landscape, alongside other Roman or Gallo-Roman sites in the region, although its history and its role in antiquity remain to be documented.
The available data, from Monumentum and the internal archives, do not mention the exact origins of the villa or the actors involved in its rediscovery or protection. The lack of details about the period of construction or occupation limits the understanding of its historical context, but its recent listing opens the way for potential future studies to shed light on its past.
The municipality of Vinon-sur-Verdon, identified by code Insee 83150, is located in the district of Toulon, a territory rich in ancient heritage. Roman villas in this area were often linked to agricultural activities or secondary residences for local elites. Although this site is not yet associated with specific historical accounts, its existence illustrates the long-standing and enduring occupation of this geographic area.
No information is available about the historical characters related to this villa, the significant events being unfolded, or archaeological objects discovered on site. The legal protection of remains, however, provides a basis for their preservation and study, pending further research.
