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Origin and history

The road cross of Hagnéville-et-Roncourt is a stone monument erected in the 16th century, in the municipality of the same name, in the department of Vosges. Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 3 June 1908, this cross bears witness to modern art and religious practices. It is now owned by the municipality and remains a notable heritage element of the village.

The cross-roads, frequent in the French countryside, served both as landmarks for travellers and as symbols of spiritual protection for the inhabitants. In the 16th century Lorraine, a region marked by religious conflicts and political tensions, saw these monuments as an affirmation of the Catholic faith. Their presence also reflected the social and religious organization of villages, where daily life was rhythmic by Christian practices.

The location of this cross, in Hagnéville-et-Roncourt, is documented with an accuracy considered fair (note of 5/10), according to the available data. Its approximate address, 6 Rue de Bulgnéville, and its Insee code (88227) confirm its anchoring in the Vosges territory. Although little architectural detail is provided, its classification in 1908 underscores its historic and historic importance.

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