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Origin and history

The house at 26 quai Sainte-Catherine in Honfleur is a 16th century building, typical of the architecture of this period. It is distinguished by its facades and roofs, which were inscribed as the Historic Monuments on 6 March 1933. This ranking reflects its heritage importance in the port city of Honfleur, located in the Calvados department, Normandy.

The Quai Sainte-Catherine, where this house is located, is an emblematic place of Honfleur, bordering the Old Basin. This historic district was once a nerve centre for the city's maritime and commercial activities. The houses of this time often reflect the mix of local architectural influences and port-related needs.

The protected elements of this house, namely its facades and roofs, illustrate the construction techniques and decorative styles in vogue in the sixteenth century. Although the sources do not mention any specific characters or events related to this house, its inscription in the title of Historic Monuments underlines its role in the preservation of Norman architectural heritage.

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