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Origin and history

The house at 64 Quai Sainte-Catherine in Honfleur is a 16th-century building. It is distinguished by its typical architecture of this period, with facades and roofs that have been officially recognized for their heritage value. The historic address of this monument was once number 37 of the same dock, reflecting the urban evolutions of the city over the centuries.

The protection of this monument was formalized by a decree of 6 March 1933, which included its facades and roofs as historical monuments. This recognition highlights the importance of this building in the architectural heritage of Honfleur, an emblematic port city of Normandy. The Quai Sainte-Catherine, where the house is located, is a place full of history, close to the Old Basin, historical and tourist heart of the city.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm that this monument is a testimony to Honfleur's urban and architectural history. Although little detail is provided on its occupants or its precise use throughout the centuries, its inscription in the title of Historic Monuments underscores its role in preserving the local heritage. The house is today a key element of the historic landscape of the city, attracting the attention of visitors and enthusiasts of ancient architecture.

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