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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The houses at 9, 11, 13, 15, 17 Place du Vieux-Marché and 150 rue du Molinel in Lille date from the first half of the 17th century. They represent a typical example of the domestic architecture of this period in northern France. Their protection as a Historic Monument, by decree of 2 March 1979, specifically concerns facades and roofs overlooking the square and the street, highlighting their heritage value.

The location of these houses, in the historic heart of Lille, reflects the importance of this square as a central place of urban life from the 17th century. At that time Lille was an expanding city, marked by intense commercial activity and civil architecture that developed in parallel with military fortifications. These houses, although modest in their description, bear witness to the urban and social evolution of the region.

Available data indicate that these houses are still located at their original address, with a location accuracy deemed "a priori satisfactory". Their inscription in the title of Historical Monuments guarantees their preservation, while integrating them into the contemporary urban landscape. No information is provided on their current use, whether they are visits, rentals or other services.

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