Construction of the pigeon house XVIIIe siècle (≈ 1850)
Estimated period of construction of the monument.
7 novembre 1975
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 7 novembre 1975 (≈ 1975)
Official protection of the pigeon tree by order.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Pigeonnier (Case AH 212): entry by order of 7 November 1975
Origin and history
Chalindrey Pigeon is a historical monument located in the commune of Chalindrey, Haute-Marne, in the Grand Est region. Built in the 18th century, it is representative of the rural dovecotes of this period, often associated with seigneuries or important farms. These buildings served not only to raise pigeons for their meat and eggs, but also as a symbol of prestige and economic power for their owners.
The pigeon house was listed as a Historical Monument by order of 7 November 1975. This official protection underscores its heritage and architectural importance. Although the precise details of its use or historic owners are not mentioned in the available sources, its registration reflects its value in the local heritage.
The building is located at 2 Félix Faure Street, according to available GPS coordinates, and its location is considered satisfactory by the heritage databases.
