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Origin and history

The Laborde House is part of an iconic architectural ensemble of Mirepoix, known as the Cutlery. These houses with covered galleries, typical of medieval cities in southern France, form a sheltered passage for pedestrians and traders. Their wooden and stone structure reflects the region's traditional construction techniques.

Classified as a Historical Monument since 1929, the covered gallery of the Laborde house has been protected by ministerial decree. This type of construction, which is common in the bastides and merchant towns, reflects the importance of trade and urban life in the Middle Ages. The Cutlery served as both a place of passage, sales space and weather protection.

Located at 24 bis rue Vigarozy, this house is part of the architectural heritage of Mirepoix, a city marked by its medieval history and its role as an economic crossroads in Ariège. Although the available sources do not specify its exact date of construction, its style and official protection underscore its historical and cultural interest.

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