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Origin and history

The two border terminals of the Bouchoux constitute a monument located in the commune of Bouchoux, in the region Burgundy-Franche-Comté. These boundaries probably mark a territorial boundary, although their exact period is not specified in the available sources. Their presence attests to the historical importance of administrative or land boundaries in this region.

In rural areas such as the Bouchoux, border pillars played an essential role in defining communal territories, private property or boundaries between political entities. These markers, often made of stone, were immutable landmarks for local populations, facilitating land management and avoiding conflicts. Their conservation until today underscores their heritage and symbolic value.