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Origin and history

The Lambert House, located at 15 rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau in Annecy, is an emblematic monument of the city, dating from the 16th century. This building, whose facade and roof have been protected since 1936, illustrates Renaissance civil architecture in the region. Its listing as Historic Monuments bears witness to its heritage importance, although its detailed history and former owners remain poorly documented in available sources.

Annecy, in the 16th century, was a dynamic city integrated into the Duchy of Savoy, marked by economic and cultural growth. Bourgeois houses such as the Lambert House reflected the prosperity of local elites, often linked to trade, crafts or administration. These homes served as both a residence and a symbol of social status, while participating in the urban structure of the lake town. Their preservation today offers an overview of urban planning and lifestyles of this time.

The information available on the Lambert House comes mainly from the Merimée and Monumentum bases, as well as Wikipedia, but remains limited. The building, currently owned by a private company, does not seem to be open to the public permanently. Its exact address, confirmed by GPS coordinates, corresponds to a central area of Annecy, close to the other historical monuments of the city. However, no source mentions its current use (rent, guest rooms, etc.) or any famous characters who have resided there.

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