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The Saint-Maurice church of Salins-les-Bains is a religious building whose origins date back to the second half of the 13th century, with major changes in the 16th century. Located in the municipality of Salins-les-Bains, in the Jura department (region Burgundy-Franche-Comté), it embodies an architectural heritage combining medieval and Renaissance styles. Its registration as a Historic Monument by order of 26 October 1927 underlines its heritage value, although the details of its construction and its sponsors remain partially documented.

The church's location at 106 Rue de la Liberté is attested by the Merimée bases and GPS coordinates, with an accuracy considered fair (note 5/10). Owned by the municipality, it is given special attention because of its historical role in local life. Available sources, including Monumentum, mention its protected status but do not specify its current use (visits, cults, or other functions).

The ancient photograph by Henri Heuzé (1851–1927), an archaeologist and photographer licensed under Creative Commons, bears witness to the interest in this monument since the 19th or early 20th century. However, the archives did not detail the restoration campaigns or the significant events related to the building after its protection in 1927. His history thus remains partially incomplete, inviting further research to capture all the wealth.

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