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Origin and history

La Croix de Demencourt is a historic monument located in the commune of Sainte-Catherine, in the department of Pas-de-Calais (Hauts-de-France). Dating from the 15th century, this stone cross is representative of the religious buildings erected at that time in the region. Its location, at the intersection of the Lens Road and the Way of the Stone Cross, suggests a role of landmark or place of devotion for travelers and local inhabitants.

Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 23 November 1946, the Demencourt Cross is now owned by the municipality of Sainte-Catherine. Although its detailed history is not specified in the available sources, its inscription demonstrates its heritage importance. Crosses of this type often served as gathering points, funeral markers or protective symbols for rural communities in the Late Middle Ages. Their presence also reflected the influence of the Church in the daily life and spatial organization of villages.

Available data indicate that the location of the cross is considered "a priori satisfactory", with an approximate address at 1 Rue de la Croix de Grès. No information is provided on its current accessibility, conservation status or possible restoration. However, visual sources, such as Creative Commons-licensed photographs, make it possible to appreciate the characteristic form and architectural style of the 15th century.

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