Construction of the fountain 1er quart XVIe siècle (≈ 1625)
Presumed period of construction of the monument.
6 décembre 1982
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 6 décembre 1982 (≈ 1982)
Official protection by ministerial decree.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Fountain de la Conche with its two drinking tanks (no CADASTRE box; PUBLIC AREA): classification by order of 6 December 1982
Origin and history
The fountain of the Conche, located in Place de la Conche in Saint-Just-en-Chevalet, dates from the 1st quarter of the 16th century. This monument, classified by decree of 6 December 1982, comprises two drinking tanks and is part of the communal public domain. Its exact location is documented in the Merimée database, with a location deemed fair (note 5/10).
The fountain is a major heritage element of the commune, municipal property and always visible Place de la Conche. Although its detailed history is not specified in the sources, its classification as Historic Monument underlines its architectural and cultural importance. Available data are mainly from Monumentum and the Merimée archives.
The exact address, 5163 Place de la Conche, is confirmed by GPS coordinates, and the monument is associated with Insee code 42248 of the Loire. No information is provided on its current accessibility (visits, rentals) or its contemporary use, but its protected status guarantees its preservation.
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