Bourloire du Cercle Saint-Louis à Leers dans le Nord

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Origin and history

The bourloire du Cercle Saint-Louis, located in Leers, Hauts-de-France, dates from the last quarter of the 19th century. It is associated with a parish patronage, born from the donation of a house by a local resident. This place, originally intended for community activities, was enriched in 1891 by the local parish priest, who added a playroom and a bourloire at the bottom of the plot. These arrangements reflect the importance of social and recreational works in parishes at that time, often carried by private donations and clerical commitment.

The bourloire has been completely restored, both indoor and outdoor, although the precise details of this work are not documented in the available sources. Its inscription as a historical monument by decree of 19 April 2006 underlines its heritage value, particularly as a witness to the social and playful practices of the late nineteenth century. Today, the site belongs to an association, but the terms of access (visits, rental, etc.) are not specified in the archives consulted.

The building, located at 29 rue Jean-Jaurès, also illustrates the urban dynamics of Leers, a northern municipality marked by its industrial and religious heritage. The bourloire, a traditional game popular in the region, occupied a central place in collective leisure, often organized under the aegis of the Church or local institutions. Its current state and contemporary usage remain partially documented, but its ranking attests to its role in local memory.

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