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Origin and history

The Huningue District Court, located at 10 rue des Boulangers, has been a historic monument since 1992. Originally, it was the hotel of the governor of the stronghold, built between 1680 and 1682 under the direction of Jacques Tarade, engineer of the fortifications of Alsace. This building illustrates the urban and military expansion of the area under Louis XIV, a period marked by the fortification of border towns like Huningue.

The building underwent major changes in the 20th century, especially in its stairs, partially altering its original appearance. Only the main gate, listed in the inventory of historical monuments by decree of 19 August 1992, retains significant architectural elements of its initial construction. This portal (cadastral reference 5 140) remains the most emblematic vestige of its past.

Huningue, integrated into the Alsatian strongholds network, played a strategic role in defending the kingdom of France. The governor's hotel, now a trial court, symbolizes this military and administrative function. The available data highlight its heritage importance, although its exact location is considered "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10) according to official sources.

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