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Origin and history

The Westhalten fountain and well are a classified architectural complex located in the municipality of Westhalten in the Haut-Rhin department. These buildings date from the 18th century and illustrate the hydraulic and communal heritage of Alsace at that time. Their presence before the town hall underlines their central role in the daily life of the village, serving as both a water supply and a gathering place for the inhabitants.

Listed as historic monuments since 1934, these buildings demonstrate the importance attached to the preservation of local heritage. Their official protection, decided by ministerial decree, reflects their historical and architectural value. The fountain and well remain today the property of the municipality of Westhalten, perpetuating their symbolic and practical function in the heart of the village.

Their precise location at 1 Rue de l'Église and their integration into the urban landscape of Westhalten reinforce their status as cultural landmarks. Although their state of conservation and accessibility are not detailed in the sources, their presence continues to enrich the built heritage of the East, especially in the Alsatian context marked by a strong regional identity.

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