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The Manor of Alleux, located in Béhen in the Somme (Hauts-de-France), is a homogeneous example of a small rural mansion in Vimeu. It consists of a simple house body, accompanied by a seigneurial farm rebuilt in the 19th century in wood and torchi. These agricultural buildings, intended for breeding (stables, sheepfolds, stables), also include a carterie and a dovecote. The recently restored farm house opens on both the manor yard and the farm yard, illustrating the close connection between the seigneurial estate and the farm.

The main structure of the mansion seems to date from the 17th century, with the exception of a 16th century turret adjacent to the façade. The site belonged to the 19th century botanist Léon de Vicq. The facades, roofs of the mansion and orangery, as well as the 19th century farm buildings, have been included in the inventory of Historical Monuments since 10 April 1992. The accuracy of its location is assessed as "very satisfactory" (note 8/10).

Contrary to frequent confusion with a homonymous Breton mansion (located in Taden), the Alleux de Béhen mansion is distinguished by its picardic architecture and Vimeu-related history. No mention is made of a connection with the Marot des Alleux family, associated with the Breton mansion. The available sources (Monumentum, Mérimée base) confirm its anchoring in the rural heritage of the Hauts-de-France, without reference to any delays or local political events.

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