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Origin and history

The shelters of La Ségognole are located in the territory of the commune of Noisy-sur-École, Île-de-France. This monument, whose period of construction or use is not specified in the available sources, constitutes an element of local heritage. Its name and location suggest a link to the history and ancient human activities of this region.

In the general context of Île-de-France, troglodytic or semi-troglodytic shelters were often used as refuges, storage sites or temporary habitats. These structures reflect the lifestyles and adaptations of local populations to geographical and climatic constraints. Their presence attests to the ingenuity of past communities, although specific details of Segognole shelters are not documented in current sources.