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The house Gagneux is a house located in the medieval village of Peruges, in the department of Ain in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Built in the 15th century, it represents a typical example of the civil architecture of this period, with characteristics peculiar to bourgeois or artisanal houses of the time. Its designation as historic monuments in 1929 underscores its heritage importance, particularly for its facade and roof, protected by ministerial decree.

Peruges, a fortified village dating back to the Middle Ages, was an important place of passage and trade between Lyon and Geneva. Houses such as the Gagneux House served as both a dwelling and a place of economic activity, reflecting the daily life of a population organized around crafts, agriculture and local commerce. These buildings, often grouped along narrow streets, also illustrated the need for protection and community in a historical context marked by regional conflicts and exchanges.

Gagneux House is now owned by an association, suggesting a heritage or cultural vocation. Its state of conservation and its possible opening to the public (visits, rentals, guest rooms) are not specified in the available sources. However, its inscription among the historical monuments of Ain and Peruges makes it a key element of the architectural heritage of the Coast, a region rich in medieval testimonies.

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