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The Menhir de Woinville is a megalithic vestige located in Buxières-sous-les-Côtes, in the department of Meuse (Grand Est region). This neolithic monument, about 1.6 metres high, is distinguished by its cutting and visible traces of size. It is located in the Parc du Domaine de Pomone, on the former municipality of Woinville, now attached to Buxières-sous-les-Côtes since 1973. In the vicinity, 2.8 km westward, is another menhir, the 2.2-metre high stone of the Lady of Schone, located in the commune of Saint-Mihiel.

This menhir is one of the few examples of megaliths still visible in Lorraine, a region where this type of monument is not represented. Its current location, in a private park, suggests careful preservation despite centuries. The area, marked by an ancient human occupation, contains other megalithic sites, although less known or preserved.

The Menhir de Woinville was officially recognized for its heritage importance and listed as a historic monument by an order of 7 December 2000. This legal protection is intended to ensure its conservation for future generations. The classification specifically covers the menhir itself, located in the park of Woinville Castle, as indicated in the archives of the Merimée base.

Available data from sources such as Wikipedia and Monumentum highlight its archaeological and historical interest. Menhir, although modest in size compared to other national examples, offers a tangible testimony to the cultural and religious practices of neolithic societies in Lorraine. Its state of preservation and precise location, noted as 'passable' in databases, invite further studies to refine the knowledge of its origin and exact function.

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