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Origin and history

The barn of Lanquais is a historical monument located in the commune of Lanquais, Dordogne (New Aquitaine). Built in the 15th century, it is part of the outbuildings of the local castle, from which it is separated by a wooded driveway of abalone. This type of agricultural building, often associated with seigneurial estates, was used to store the crops and resources necessary for the life of the castle and its occupants.

Classified as a Historic Monument by order of 17 June 1942, the barn is protected for its architectural and heritage interest. It is now owned by a private company, which limits its access to the public. Available information indicates an approximate location at 275 Boyer, near the driveway leading to the castle. The accuracy of its geographical location is considered a priori satisfactory, although not perfect, according to the data of the Merimée database.

The historical context of the 15th century in Périgord is marked by a rural economy dominated by agriculture and livestock, where seigneurial barns played a central role in the organisation of land and resources. These buildings, often imposing, also reflected the power and wealth of the local lords, while serving as a storage place and sometimes shelter for the peasants in case of need. The barn of Lanquais is part of this framework, although the archives do not specify its exact use or its evolution over the centuries.

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