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The house at 131, rue du Puits in Wasselonne is an emblematic building of the Alsatian heritage, built between the 1st quarter of the 17th century and the 1st quarter of the 18th century. This building illustrates the civil architecture of this period, with characteristic elements such as its facades and roof, as well as a well located in the inner courtyard. These architectural details reflect the techniques and domestic needs of the time, while at the same time testifying to the urban evolution of Wasselonne, a town in Lower Rhine marked by its medieval and modern history.

Classified as a historical monument by decree of 29 April 1931, this house enjoys special protection on its facades, roof and well. This inscription emphasizes its heritage and cultural importance, while ensuring its preservation for future generations. The precise location of the building, confirmed by the Merimée bases and GPS coordinates, makes it a point of interest for those passionate about history and architecture in the East.

The historical context of Wasselonne, integrated into the Alsace region (now Great East), is marked by a period of transition between the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, where bourgeois and artisanal houses played a central role in economic and social life. These buildings often served as a place of residence, but also as a workshop or trade, reflecting the versatility of the urban spaces of the time. The protection of this monument is part of a broader desire to preserve the Alsatian built heritage, rich in testimonies of past times.

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