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The houses at 6, 8 and 10 rue Abélard in Sens (Yonne) date from the 18th century. They are representative of the civil architecture of this period in Burgundy, with characteristic facades and roofs. Their precise location is attested by the Merimée base, although geographical accuracy is considered poor (note 5/10). These buildings have been listed as Historic Monuments since 1972, protecting their exterior elements and entrance gates.

The 18th century in Sens, as in the rest of Burgundy, is marked by relative economic prosperity, notably thanks to trade and agriculture. The bourgeois houses, like those on Rue Abélard, reflect this ease with neat facades and quality materials. These homes were often occupied by merchants, notables or artisans, playing a central role in the social and economic life of the city.

The protected elements of these houses include facades, roofs on street, and entrance walls and gates, according to the registration decree of 22 September 1972. Today, these buildings belong to a private company, and their current use (visit, rental, etc.) is not specified in the available sources. Their preservation bears witness to the importance attached to the civil architectural heritage of Burgundy-Franche-Comté.

The location of these houses is documented in the Mérimée base under the code Insee 89387, corresponding to the municipality of Sens in the department of Yonne. Their exact address, confirmed by GPS coordinates, is 10 rue Abélard. The Creative Commons license associated with the available photos highlights the visual accessibility of this heritage, although information on their physical access remains limited.

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