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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The buildings located on the outskirts of the former classified church of Saint-Raphaël constitute a remarkable architectural complex, bounded by boulevard de Valescure, boulevard de Châteaudun, rue des Remparts and rue des Templiers. These buildings contain the remains of the Commandery of the Templars, a medieval heritage bearing witness to the presence of this religious and military order in the region. Their protection by registration under the title of Historical Monuments, effective since December 17, 1943, underscores their heritage value and their connection to the Templar History in Provence.

The location of these buildings, in the department of Var (region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur), reflects the strategic importance of Saint-Raphaël in the Middle Ages, notably as a checkpoint on commercial and maritime routes. Although the precise details of their construction or original use are not explicitly documented in the available sources, their association with the Templars evokes a period marked by the influence of religious-military orders, between the twelfth and fourteenth centuries. These remains are thus part of a broader historical landscape, where the command offices served as a logistical, spiritual and economic basis.

The accuracy of their current location is considered passable (note 5/10), with a main address indicated as Boulevard de Valescure, but also approximate GPS coordinates suggesting the 23 Passage of the Portal. This duality of addresses may reflect urban changes or misreferencing in heritage databases. No information is available on their accessibility to the public, their current use (visits, rental, accommodation) or any recent developments.

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