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The belfry of Salers, located on Rue du Beffroi in the city centre, is an emblematic building of the municipality. Its lower part, including the arched arched door (called the Sainte-Anne gate), probably dates back to the fourteenth century. This medieval vestige illustrates the defensive and urban architecture of the period, with a square tower surmounted by a round tower, both decorated with machicolis and crows.

Ranked as a Historic Monument by decree of 29 January 1929, the belfry is distinguished by its roof with a ironwork structure. Its history reveals a phased construction between the 14th and 16th centuries, reflecting the architectural evolutions and the needs of the city. The St. Anne's Gate, which is part of the ensemble, bears witness to Salers' strategic importance during the Middle Ages.

The building, owned by the commune, combines defensive elements (machicolis) and civics (clock tower), symbolizing the dual role of the belfries at that time: monitoring and affirmation of local power. Its central location, on a street bearing its name, highlights its anchoring in the daily life and history of Salers.

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