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The Manor House of La Feronnière, also known as the Manor House of La Ferronnière, is a monument located in the municipality of Moyaux, in the department of Calvados, in the Normandy region. This manor house has been partially listed as historic monuments since 28 December 1990, particularly for its architectural elements such as stairs, elevation, ramp and roof. These protections also concern the facades and stairwell with its wooden ramp, highlighting the heritage importance of these components.

Moyaux, where the manor house is located, is a rural town in Normandy, an area marked by a rich architectural heritage. The manor houses of that time, often built by noble or bourgeois families, served as residences and centres for managing the surrounding agricultural lands. They reflected the social status of their owners and played a central role in the local economic and social organization. These buildings were also symbols of power and prestige in an area where agriculture and livestock dominated economic activities.

The designation of the Feronnière Manor House as a historic monument in 1990 reflects its heritage value and the desire to preserve this type of building emblematic of Norman history. This official recognition protects the most remarkable architectural elements, while providing greater visibility to this local heritage. The manor houses, such as that of the Feronnière, are witnesses to the rural and seigneurial history of Normandy, and their conservation contributes to the collective memory of the region.

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