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Origin and history

The Hôtel de Chevannes, located in Autun in Saône-et-Loire, is an emblematic 17th century monument. This building, registered with the Historical Monuments since 1957, is distinguished by its facades on the courtyard of honour and its roofs, protected by ministerial decree. Its architecture reflects the style of the particular hotels of this time, typical of the burgundy cities in full economic and cultural development.

The hotel's location at 24 rue Saint-Saulge places the monument in the heart of Autun, a historic city marked by its Gallo-Roman and medieval past. In the 17th century, Autun was a dynamic city, where the aristocracy and the local bourgeoisie built urban residences to affirm their social status. These private hotels served as a place of life, reception and symbol of power in a highly hierarchical society.

The protected elements of the Hôtel de Chevannes, i.e. facades and roofs, demonstrate the importance attached to aesthetics and architectural symmetry during this period. Registration for the Historic Monuments in 1957 underlines the heritage value of the building, although the practical information on its current visit or use (rent, guest rooms) is not specified in the available sources.

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