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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The buildings located at numbers 38 to 50 on Rue Royale in Versailles constitute a remarkable architectural ensemble, listed as Historic Monuments. Their protection, effective since a decree of 7 October 1931, relates specifically to facades and roofs, testifying to their heritage value in the urban landscape of Versailles. These buildings are part of the historical fabric of the city, known for its rich royal past and centuries-old architectural development.

The location of these buildings, in the department of Yvelines in the Île-de-France region, places them in the heart of a territory where the 18th century heritage borders more recent achievements. Although the details of their construction or historic occupants are lacking in the available sources, their ranking reflects the importance attached to the preservation of the heritage built in an emblematic city such as Versailles. Their situation on Rue Royale, major artery, also underlines their integration into a structured urban setting, probably linked to the extension of the city after the Revolution.

Practical information on accessibility (visits, rentals) is not specified in current sources. However, their status as Historic Monument suggests both cultural and architectural interest, inviting a careful discovery of their external characteristics, only parts protected to date.

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