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The halls of Seignelay are an emblematic building located in the commune of Seignelay, in the department of Yonne, Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Built in the 17th century, they form a rectangular building 27 metres long and 13 metres wide, divided into three naves and seven spans. Their structure rests on eight longitudinal pillars and four transversals, all placed on a stone base. The chestnut frame supports a broken roof, typical of the architecture of the era.

Classified as historical monuments by decree of 31 May 1922, these halls testify to the importance of covered markets in the economic and social life of French towns. Their location, at the corner of Church Street and Gâtelot Street, makes it a central point of the city. Today, they always host a market on Saturday morning, perpetuating a tradition several centuries ago.

The building belongs to the municipality of Seignelay and is referenced in the Mérimée base, with a precise location on 1 street of the Church. Although their conservation status is not detailed in the sources, their classification attests to their heritage value. Their architecture, both functional and aesthetic, illustrates the expertise of 17th-century carpenters and masons, while reflecting the role of the halls as a place of commerce and community gathering.

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