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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house at 5 Robillard Square in Auxerre is a historic monument whose official protection dates back to an order of 1923. This classification specifically concerns its facade and roof, architectural elements considered remarkable. Although details of its precise origin or historical use are lacking in the available sources, its status as Historic Monument underlines its heritage importance in the urban landscape of Auxerre.

Auxerre, a town in the department of Yonne in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, has had a rich history linked to its role as a commercial and religious crossroads since the Middle Ages. Bourgeois or artisanal houses, like this one, often reflected local prosperity and provided a framework for the daily lives of the inhabitants. Their preservation allows us today to bear witness to the architectural know-how and lifestyles of past times, even if the archives specific to this building remain limited.

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