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Origin and history

The Maison des Receveurs du Canal is an iconic building located in Nemours, Seine-et-Marne, in the Île-de-France region. This monument, whose initial function is related to the management of the local canal, reflects the importance of river infrastructures in the economic and administrative organization of the region over the centuries. Its architecture and location near the Champ de Mars underline its role in the urban and historical landscape of Nemours.

Since 19 March 1926, this house has been listed as a historical monument, illustrating the attention paid to the architectural heritage linked to the waterways in France. Although the precise details of its construction or historic occupants are lacking in available sources, its protected status reflects its heritage value. Receiver houses, usually associated with toll collection or channel management, were key elements in river transport networks, essential for regional trade and trade during modern and contemporary times.

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