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Origin and history

The two stone crosses of Brianny, dated from the sixteenth century, are remarkable remains of the religious heritage of Burgundy-Franche-Comté. They were listed as Historical Monuments by order of 5 February 1927, emphasizing their historical and architectural importance. Their location, at the intersection of Rue Lamartale and Rue de la Martolle, reflects their integration into the urban fabric of this town of Côte-d'Or.

These crosses, typical of memorials or religious monuments erected during the Renaissance, illustrate the funeral or devotional art of the period. Their presence in a public space suggests a role both spiritual and social, marking a place of gathering or collective memory. Although their conservation status and geographical accuracy are considered poor (level 5/10), they remain a symbol of Brianny's past.

Owned by the municipality, these crosses have no tourist vocation explicitly mentioned (visit, rental, accommodation). Their value lies more in their heritage status, protected by the French Historical Monuments Act. Available sources, such as the Merimée and Monumentum base, confirm their authenticity and anchoring in local history, without providing more details on their sponsor or original use.

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