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The wind farm and Vignol washhouse is an emblematic monument located in the village of Vignol, in the Nièvre department, in Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Built during the first quarter of the 20th century, this complex combines a traditional wash and a Bollée type metal wind turbine. The pre-window wash was initially used for the domestic needs of the inhabitants, while the wind turbine, which was later added, provided water for the village thanks to its innovative system for the time.

Wind turbine, of metal construction, is characteristic of the industrial achievements of the early twentieth century. It is equipped with an engine disc designed according to the Bollée system, a technology recognized for its efficiency in the capture of wind energy. The whole, including the wind turbine and the wash, was registered as historical monuments by order of 28 March 1996. It also benefits from the label "Heritage of the twentieth century", stressing its importance in the industrial and architectural history of the region.

The precise location of this monument is indicated as 36 Le Bourg, 58190 Vignol. The accuracy of this location is estimated as fair, with a score of 5 out of 10 based on available data. The municipality of Vignol is owned by the wind turbine and the washhouse, making it an accessible public good. Their presence attests to the technical ingenuity of the period and the importance of water infrastructure for rural communities in the early twentieth century.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm the historical and technical importance of this monument. Wind turbine Bollée, in particular, is a remarkable example of the use of renewable energies even before this concept becomes central in contemporary debates. This monument illustrates the transition between traditional techniques and industrial innovations of the early twentieth century.

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