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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house at 9 rue de la Fontaine in Metz is a typical example of medieval civil architecture. Built in the 14th century, it is distinguished by its wood-paned structure, characteristic of the urban dwellings of this period in Lorraine. This type of construction reflected both local craft techniques and the needs of an increasing population in the merchant towns of the Middle Ages.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 17 March 1994, this house also includes an 18th century staircase, bearing witness to later architectural evolutions. Its location in the historic centre of Metz, a city then under the influence of both Episcopal and Imperial, underlines its importance in the medieval urban fabric. Official protection aims to preserve this rare heritage, representative of everyday life and of the craft of Lorraine.

Available data indicate an approximate location, with an accuracy considered fair (note 5/10). The exact address, "9 and 11 in part rue de la Fontaine", is referenced in the Merimée database under the code Insee 57463, confirming its anchoring in the Moselle department. No information is provided on its current accessibility or contemporary uses (visits, accommodation).

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