Registration for historical monuments 3 mai 1991 (≈ 1991)
Official protection of the fortifications in Dieppe.
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Heritage classified
Fortifications, preserved in elevation or buried in the ground, known or to be discovered, excluding the buildings reported: enclosure wall, from the courtyard of 7-9 rue du Petit-Enfer to the pier Henri IV; barracks with its courtyard; Place d'Armes with access staircase and support wall; remains of the Crab Tower (see AK 17, 18, 133, 134, 148 to 150): inscription by order of 3 May 1991
Origin and history
The Dieppe fortifications constitute a set of medieval remains located in the municipality of Dieppe, Seine-Maritime. These defensive structures, typical of the harbour towns of the Middle Ages, include elements such as a wall of enclosure, a barracks, a Place d'Armes and remnants of the Tower of Crabs. Their presence reflects the strategic importance of Dieppe, a coastal city vulnerable to attacks and requiring adequate protection.
The building was listed as historic monuments on May 3, 1991, recognizing its heritage value. This protection covers various elements kept in elevation or buried, excluding subsequent constructions. The precise location includes areas such as Rue du Petit-Enfer, Quai Henri IV, and specific cadastral parcels (AK 17, 18, 133, 134, 148 to 150).
Dieppe, Normandy, was a dynamic city in the Middle Ages, marked by maritime and commercial activities. Fortifications played a key role in defending people and property, while symbolizing local power. Their conservation allows today to study the construction techniques and urban organization of the time, although some parts are partially degraded or buried.
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