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The Hôtel de Vauluisant is an emblematic civil building located in Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne department of Île-de-France. Built in the 13th century, it is distinguished by its medieval architecture and its history linked to local monastic life. The building is located at 6-8 rue des Capucins, in the lower town of Provins, an area marked by its preserved heritage.

Originally, this building belonged to the abbey of Vauluisant, an influential religious institution in the region. Its ecclesiastical status reflects the central role of abbeys in the economy and medieval society, notably through the management of land and urban buildings. The hotel illustrates the close links between spiritual power and urban development in the Middle Ages.

The building was classified as historic monuments on March 6, 1918, recognizing its exceptional heritage value. This official protection underscores its architectural and historical importance, while ensuring its conservation for future generations. Today, the Hotel de Vauluisant remains a tangible testimony of the medieval past of Provins, a UNESCO World Heritage city for its remains of the Middle Ages.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its exact address (8 rue des Capucins) and its Insee code (77379), attached to the commune of Provins. The Merimée base, a reference for the French architectural heritage, also lists this monument under the name Hôtel Vauluisant, with a location deemed satisfactory (note 7/10).

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