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Origin and history

The Françoise-Claustre Heritage House, located in Céret in the Pyrénées-Orientales, is a former archaeological museum named in tribute to archaeologist Françoise Claustre, who conducted excavations in the region. Place Picasso, in the old Céret, the building includes the tower of the Spanish Gate, a vestige of the old fortifications of the city. His collections come mainly from protohistoric excavations carried out in the region, including those of the Cova de la Tortuga in 1957 and 1958 by Roger Gruau.

The museum is part of a local heritage network, collaborating with associations and participating in initiatives such as The Turtle Route in Catalonia. The exhibits reflect the archaeological discoveries of Ceret and its surroundings, with a focus on the protohistoric period. Although the museum is no longer active in this form, its heritage continues through its integration into the historical and cultural landscape of the city.

The Spanish Gate Tower, a key element of the building, bears witness to the medieval past of Céret and its role in cross-border trade between France and Spain. This monument thus illustrates both the city's urban history and its rich archaeological heritage, linked to the work of researchers such as Françoise Claustre and Roger Gruau.

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