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The Porte de Louvigny is an architectural vestige dating from the 17th century, located in the commune of Louvigny, in the Calvados department, in Normandy. This monument, which has been listed as historical monuments since 17 February 1928, is a typical example of the buildings of that time in the region. Its location, on the avenue de Louvigny, makes it a point of local interest for those passionate about history and heritage.

The door is the only remaining element of a larger building whose exact nature is not specified in the available sources. Its inscription as a historic monument underlines its heritage importance and its role in preserving Norman architectural history. Available data, notably from Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its protected status and precise location, but do not provide additional details on its original use or construction context.

In the seventeenth century, Normandy was a region marked by intense agricultural and artisanal activity, as well as an architecture often linked to the defensive or symbolic needs of local communities. Monumental doors, such as Louvigny's, could serve as entrances to fortified buildings, seigneurial residences or religious buildings. Their preservation makes it possible today to study the construction techniques and stylistic influences of the era.

Sources also mention an approximate GPS location, as well as a specific postal address: avenue de Louvigny, 14111 Louvigny. This geographical accuracy facilitates access to the monument for visitors or researchers. Finally, the door is referenced in specialized works, such as Le patrimoine des communes du Calvados (Flohic Éditions, 2001), which attests to its documentary and historical interest.

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