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La Croix Machéfer is an emblematic building located in the city of Dijon, in Côte-d'Or, in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Built in 1576, it represents an architectural testimony of the late 16th century. This monument, classified as historical monuments by order of 21 December 1925, is distinguished by its simple but elegant structure, associated with a two-storey L-shaped house, later built between the 19th and 20th centuries.

The house attached to the cross presents a typical architecture of its time, with a balustrade terrace at the back, a broken roof in slates pierced with four curved lintel windows, and a four-span facade covered with coating. The bays, framed with flat stone, add a touch of refinement to the whole. This monument, owned by the municipality of Dijon, is located at 56 rue de Longvic, although some sources mention an approximate address at 68 of the same street.

The Mâchefer cross, although discreet, embodies the historical and architectural heritage of Dijon. Its classification as a historical monument underlines its cultural importance and its role in local collective memory. The adjacent, though more recent, structure integrates harmoniously into the urban landscape, offering a contrast between two distinct periods. This site, open or not to visit according to local politics, remains a point of interest for those passionate about history and architecture.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm the heritage value of this monument. The accuracy of its location is estimated as "a priori satisfactory", and photographs licensed under Creative Commons allow to visualize its current state. The Cross, with its history and architectural characteristics, continues to mark the Dijon landscape and to recall the 16th century heritage in this region rich in heritage.

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