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The building depends on the old monastery of Chartreux, located in Beaune, dates from the 14th century. It is a pre-existing house when the monks arrived in 1332, or built shortly after their installation. Architectural details, such as the bearing lintel of the entrance door and the circular stone-cut stone chimney, attest to this period. These elements, typical of the Middle Ages, survived despite major subsequent changes.

The building is closely linked to the history of the Chartreux, a contemplative monastic order founded in the 11th century. Their presence in Beaune, confirmed in 1332, is part of a dynamic expansion of monasteries in Burgundy, a region then marked by intense religious and wine-growing activity. The Chartreux played a role both spiritual and economic, often owners of land and buildings in the city.

The 14th century chimney, the only protected vestige of the monument, was inscribed in the Historical Monuments by order of 20 September 1946. This classification underscores its heritage value, although the whole building has undergone major changes over the centuries. Today, the building is located in the 3 courtyard of the Chartreux, in the historic centre of Beaune, bearing witness to the medieval heritage of the city.

The current location, noted as "passable" (5/10) in the databases, reflects the uncertainties associated with urban evolution. Despite this, the corresponding address (cour des Chartreux) remains a symbolic place, linked to the memory of the Chartreux in Burgundy. Available sources, such as Monumentum, confirm its status as a monument of historical value, although not accessible to the public.

No information is available on any visits, rentals or contemporary uses of the place. The data focus on its medieval past and partial registration as Historical Monuments. The Creative Commons license associated with photos (credit: Pymuss) allows for a free distribution of his image, contributing to his knowledge.

The Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, to which Beaune belongs, was in the 14th century a major commercial and religious crossroads. Monasteries, like that of the Chartreux, played a central role in local life, combining prayer, agricultural management and political influence. This context explains the presence of ancillary buildings, such as this house, integrated into their land network.

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