Construction of hotel XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Period of initial building construction.
16 juin 1926
Registration of the skylight
Registration of the skylight 16 juin 1926 (≈ 1926)
Protection under Historic Monuments.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Lucarne: registration by order of 16 June 1926
Origin and history
Hotel Béguinot is a historic monument located in Langres, Haute-Marne department, in the Grand Est region. Built in the 16th century, it represents an example of civil architecture of this period, although the precise details of its history and its original occupants remain little documented in the available sources.
The building is recognized in particular for its skylight, protected by a registration order under the Historic Monuments dated 16 June 1926. This protection highlights a remarkable architectural element, typical of Renaissance urban buildings. The exact address, 7 rue Barbier-d'Aucourt, allows to locate this heritage in the heart of the city of Langres, although the accuracy of this location is assessed as mediocre (note of 5/10).
The historical context of Langres in the 16th century was marked by a period of transition between the Middle Ages and the modern era. The city, then under the influence of the Duchy of Burgundy and then of the Kingdom of France, underwent a notable urban and architectural development. Private hotels, such as Hotel Béguinot, testify to the prosperity of a local bourgeoisie and the importance of cultural and commercial exchanges in the region. These buildings often served as residences for wealthy families or notables, playing a central role in the social and economic life of the city.
