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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The Maison Malterre is a historic monument located on the Île-d'Aix, a small island of Charente-Maritime in New Aquitaine. This building is distinguished by its facade and roof, which were listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments by a decree of 19 May 1931. This protection reflects its heritage significance, although details of its origin or historical use remain poorly documented in available sources.

The Île-d'Aix, home to the Maison Malterre, is a territory marked by a military and maritime history, notably because of its strategic position on the Atlantic coast. Traditional houses on the island, such as this one, often reflect the adaptation of buildings to island constraints, while serving as places of life or commerce for the inhabitants. The partial protection of the Malterre House suggests that it represents a significant architectural or historical example for the region, although its precise role in the local community is not explicitly detailed in the accessible archives.

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