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The Convent of the Carmelites of Dijon, located at 4-20 rue Crébillon in the department of the Côte-d'Or (region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté), is a religious building whose major construction campaigns date from the 2nd quarter of the 17th century (circa 1640) and from the 2nd quarter of the 19th century (circa 1840). It is distinguished by its architecture combining baroque elements and subsequent additions, such as the galleries of the cloister partially rebuilt in the 19th century. The main contractor identified for this work is Guillaume Sbourot des Accords, a key figure in its realization.

Several elements of the convent have been protected as historical monuments since a decree of 23 October 1986. This includes the galleries of the cloister (with their 19th century parts), two ramped stairs, the facades and roofs of the buildings overlooking Rue Crébillon and the cloister, as well as artistic details such as the bas-relief Les Pèlerins d'Emmaüs and the monumental two-sided gate. The chapel, the choir of the nuns, the tower, the garden floors and an oratory complete this classified ensemble. The site is now owned by an association.

The convent illustrates the architectural and religious evolution of Dijon, marked by periods of reconstruction and adaptation. Its cloister, its areas of worship and its carved decorations testify to both Carmelite devotion and local artistic influences. The accuracy of its location (GPS coordinates and exact address) and its mention in the Merimée and Wikipedia bases make it a documented heritage, although some sources point to a priori satisfactory location (note 6/10).

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