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The Pont au Diable is a monument located in Pouilly-sous-Charlieu, in the Loire department, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This bridge, whose exact construction period is not specified in the available sources, has been listed as a Historic Monument since 19 October 1928. Its evocative name and inscription testify to its local heritage importance, although specific architectural or historical details are not documented in the information provided.

In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, medieval or ancient bridges often played a crucial role in trade and travel, connecting villages and facilitating the transport of goods. In Pouilly-sous-Charlieu, as in other rural communes, these works were essential for daily life, allowing to cross the rivers and structure the territory. Their preservation reflects the commitment of communities to their built heritage, even when the archives are lacking to trace their detailed history.

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