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Origin and history

The Hôtel de Villeroy, located at 18 rue de la Salle in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, is a historical monument built in the 17th century. This building illustrates the civil architecture of this period, marked by the emergence of classical style in France. Its facades and roofs, listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments by decree of 22 November 1972, testify to its heritage importance and the desire to preserve this architectural heritage.

Saint-Germain-en-Laye, a royal city since the Middle Ages, experienced significant urban development in the seventeenth century, notably under the influence of the court of France. Private hotels, like Villeroy's, reflect the social and political prestige of their owners, often linked to the aristocracy or the upper bourgeoisie. These urban residences served both as places of representation and comfort, integrating architectural innovations of the time.

The location of the Hôtel de Villeroy, in the department of Yvelines, makes it a key part of the heritage of Île-de-France. The accuracy of its geographical location is assessed as fair (level 5/10), which may indicate minor uncertainties about its exact location in the archives. Despite this, her official address remains clearly identified in heritage databases, such as Mérimée.

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