Construction of fortifications 1er quart XIIIe siècle (≈ 1325)
Period of initial construction documented.
25 octobre 1971
Registration Historic Monument
Registration Historic Monument 25 octobre 1971 (≈ 1971)
Protection of the facades and roofs of the Fraicte Tower.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Façades and roofs of the tower, known as the Fraicte Tower (Box AC 170): inscription by order of 25 October 1971
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Sources do not mention any related historical actors.
Origin and history
The fortifications of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire date from the 1st quarter of the 13th century. They bear witness to medieval defensive architecture in this strategic region, marked by its role as a passage over the Loire. Among the preserved elements, the Fraicte Tower, whose facades and roofs have been protected since 1971, illustrates this period of military construction.
The monument is located precisely in Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, in the department of Nièvre (code INSEE 58086), in the region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Available sources, such as the Merimée and Monumentum base, indicate an approximate address around Pasteur Street or Chollet Street. The accuracy of its geographical location is considered satisfactory, facilitating its identification in the current urban landscape.
Classified as a Historical Monument, these fortifications recall the importance of defensive systems in the Middle Ages. Their partial registration in 1971 (notably for the Fraicte Tower) underscores their heritage value. However, practical information on accessibility, such as visits or services offered, is not detailed in the sources consulted.
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