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The stables of the Countess d'Artois, located in Versailles, date from the 18th century. They are part of the buildings linked to the aristocratic history of the city, formerly the residence of the kings of France. This monument illustrates the architecture dedicated to equestrian activities, essential in daily life and ceremonies of the nobility under the Old Regime.

Classified as a historical monument by decree of 16 September 1929, only facades on the street and roofs benefit from this protection. The rest of the site, which housed a barracks of the 5th Engineer Regiment, is not protected. Today, the site is integrated into the Jules-Ferry High School, a public school, marking a transition between historical heritage and contemporary use.

The exact location of the stables is 29 rue du Maréchal-Joffre in Versailles, in the department of Yvelines. Their state of conservation and their integration into a school complex highlight the challenges of preserving heritage in a modern urban context. The sources available, although limited, confirm their architectural importance and their connection to the history of the Versaillaise.

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