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The square towered house is an emblematic building located in 7 Place Yves-Le-Trocquer, in the commune of Pontrieux, Brittany. Partly dating from the 15th century and reshaped to the 18th century, it illustrates the architectural evolution of the region. Its rubble façade, punctuated by stone frames, and its central square tower make it a remarkable example of the Breton civil heritage. The entrance door, framed by two symmetrical openings on the ground floor, and the five windows aligned on the floor, including that of the tower flanked by fog, underline its functional and aesthetic character.

The house was partially classified as historical monuments by an order of 3 February 1964, specifically protecting its facade on the square and the corresponding roof. This classification reflects its heritage value, although available sources do not specify its original use or its potential historic owners. Its location in the heart of Pontrieux, a city marked by a rich commercial and artisanal past, suggests a potential role in local life, possibly linked to commercial or residential activities peculiar to the Breton villages of medieval and modern times.

The documents consulted, from Wikipedia and Monumentum, also mention its exact address in the Côtes-d-Armor department, as well as its Insee code (22250), confirming its territorial anchor. However, no information is available about its current accessibility, its possible internal transformations, or associated historical characters. The accuracy of its location is estimated as "passible" (note 5/10), indicating uncertainty about its exact geolocation in public databases.

The house is part of a wider set of protected monuments in the Côtes-d'Armor, reflecting the diversity of Breton heritage. Its architecture, combining defensive elements (the tower) and residential elements, evokes the adaptation of urban dwellings to the constraints and needs of past times. Despite the lack of details about its construction or occupants, its inscription as historic monuments in 1964 makes it a privileged witness to local history, inviting further research to shed more light on its past.

External sources, such as the Merimée base or portals dedicated to historical monuments, could provide additional insights into its administrative history or technical features. For the time being, the square tower house remains a striking example of Pontrieux's architectural heritage, calling for the preservation and enhancement of ancient civil buildings in Brittany.

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