Construction of the cross XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Estimated period of its creation.
13 juillet 1911
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 13 juillet 1911 (≈ 1911)
Official protection order.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Stone cross called Cross-Pirroir: classification by decree of 13 July 1911
Origin and history
La Croix en pierre so-called Croix-Piroir is a historic monument located in Alise-Sainte-Reine, in the Côte-d'Or department (21), in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Dating from the sixteenth century, this stone cross is a typical example of religious monuments erected during this period, often linked to local devotional or commemorative practices. It is precisely rue du Palais, although GPS coordinates also suggest a nearby location at 16 rue de l'Abreuvoir.
Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 13 July 1911, the Cross-Piroir today belongs to the municipality of Alise-Sainte-Reine. This ranking reflects its heritage importance and its role in local history. Crosses of this type often served as spiritual markers or markers for pilgrimages, while marking the public space of a religious presence. Their preservation makes it possible to understand the cultural and religious practices of modern rural communities.
The location of the Cross-Piroir is considered "a priori satisfactory" with an accuracy of 7 out of 10, indicating correct reliability of the available data. Although little detail is provided on its current state or accessibility, its communal ownership status suggests that it may be visible in public space. Available sources, including Monumentum and Merimée data, confirm its existence and classification, but do not provide additional information on its specific history or possible restorations.
