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The chapel Sainte-Madeleine de Resson, located in the commune of La Saulsotte (département de l'Aube, region Grand Est), dates from the 12th and 13th centuries. It is dedicated to Saint Madeleine and is distinguished by an atypical construction on an artificial motte composed of limestone sands, which has caused structural deformations over the centuries. This choice of foundation, probably linked to topographical or symbolic constraints, now exposes the building to a risk of progressive disappearance due to geological pressures.

The architecture of the chapel reflects two distinct periods: the 12th century for the oldest parts, and the second quarter of the 13th century for additions or modifications. Among its remarkable elements, the choir and the portal of the old nave were recognized for their heritage value. These parties were officially protected by registration as historical monuments on 3 December 1930, an order that emphasized their historical and artistic importance.

The location of the chapel, at the approximate address 10 Route de Fouchères à La Saulsotte, is documented with an accuracy deemed satisfactory (level 7/10). The monument is part of a rural landscape characteristic of the Aube, an area marked by a dense medieval religious heritage. Although practical information about his visit or current use (cult, tourism, etc.) is not detailed in the sources, his status as a historical monument makes him a key witness to the Christian architecture of Champagne.

Available sources (Wikipedia, Monumentum) highlight conservation challenges posed by its unstable structure. Unlike other buildings in the area, the Chapel of Sainte-Madeleine does not appear to be associated with historical figures or documented milestones. Its main interest lies in its architecture and medieval construction techniques, which it illustrates, as well as in the questions it raises about the practices of founding religious buildings at that time.

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