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The town hall of Castelnau Montratier-Sainte Alauzie is an iconic civil building, located in Gambetta Square and Church Street, in the Lot department in Occitanie region. Built over two major periods, the 14th and 17th centuries, it illustrates the architectural and urban evolution of this Quercy municipality. Its establishment is based on three third-point arcades, typical of the late Gothic style, while its belfry, surmounted by an elegant campanile, bears witness to more classical influences.

Ranked among the historical monuments since 29 April 1971, the city hall is distinguished by its protected facades and roofs, which are listed in the additional inventory. The Merimée base precisely locates it at 2 Place Gambetta, confirming its anchoring in the historic center of Castelnau Montratier. Owned by the commune, this building embodies both municipal power and local architectural heritage, as evidenced by the bibliographical references, including the book Quercy blanc by Claude Goulet.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, highlight its central role in community life. The monument thus combines medieval elements, such as arcades, and later additions, reflecting the urban and political transformations of the region. Its state of conservation and its location, noted as "passable" (level 5/10) in geographical data, make it a subject of study for historians of civil architecture in Occitanie.

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