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The Grandval Farm, located in the eponymous hamlet of Saint-Trivier-de-Courtes (Ain), is a typical example of farms in the region. Its architecture is distinguished by a weakly inclined roof, characteristic of the farms of the Ain, and an imposing buckwheat fireplace adorned with a mitre of Romanesque inspiration. This last element, dated precisely from 1503, bears witness to a construction prior to the 17th century, when the rest of the farm was built or remodelled.

The Saracen fireplace was classified as historic monuments in 1925, recognizing its exceptional heritage value. The whole farm, including its various buildings, was classified in 1981. This double classification underlines the historical and architectural importance of the site, which illustrates both the techniques of rural construction of the Bresse and the evolution of the farms between the 16th and 18th centuries.

The site is located in the department of Ain, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, an area marked by a strong agricultural tradition. The farm of Grandval, with its protected elements (cadastre B 239), embodies the rural heritage of the Bresse, between late medieval heritage and adaptations of classical centuries. Its approximate address, 570 Route de Grandval, allows to place it in an environment still marked by agricultural activity.

The available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as a historic monument and its potential for public exposure, although the practical information (visits, accommodation) is not detailed. The accuracy of its location is estimated at 6/10, indicating a satisfactory but perfectable knowledge of its exact location.

The farm is part of a regional context where agriculture has long structured the economy and landscape. Farms such as Grandval served as a nerve centre for farms, combining habitats, storage spaces and product processing sites. Their preservation allows us to understand the lifestyles and agricultural techniques of modern times, between tradition and innovation.

Finally, the Sarrasin fireplace, an emblematic element, recalls the varied architectural influences that have crossed the region, mixing Romanesque heritage and local adaptations. Its early ranking (1925) reflects an avant-garde heritage awareness, well before the overall protection of the site in 1981. This time lag highlights the exceptional value of this element in relation to the entire farm.

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