Classification of the monument 22 octobre 1956 (≈ 1956)
Order of protection for Historical Monuments.
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Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Brèche dit du Picon (Box B 130): Order of 22 October 1956
Origin and history
The Picon breach is a historical monument located in the commune of Gourdan-Polignan, Haute-Garonne. This site has been classified by ministerial decree since October 22, 1956, reflecting its heritage importance recognized by the authorities. Today it is the property of the municipality, although its current use (visit, rental, accommodation) is not specified in the available sources.
In the historical context of Upper Garonne and Occitanie, such monuments could play a varied role, ranging from fortification to exploitation of local resources, as suggested by the address " Rue des Carrières". In modern times, rural communities such as Gourdan-Polignan often organized around agricultural, artisanal or mining activities, and public or remarkable buildings served as community or economic landmarks. The breach of Picon, although little documented, is part of this preserved local heritage.
