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Origin and history

The building on the former ground floor of Lyons-la-Forêt was built around 1771-1772, according to plans drawn up in 1768. It occupies a land belonging to the Benedictines of Lyons-la-Forêt, adjacent to the remains of a door of the medieval castle of the 12th century. This site thus illustrates the reuse of a monastic and defensive space for civil functions in the Enlightenment century.

Originally, the building housed the urban pond, an institution responsible for maintaining public order under the Old Regime. After the Revolution, its use evolved: it became a post office from 1877 to 1978, reflecting the administrative and logistical transformations of rural France. Today, it is converted into a private dwelling, while preserving protected elements such as its facades and remains of the castral enclosure.

The building was inscribed in the Historical Monuments by order of 28 February 1996, especially for its facades, its roof, and the remains of the castle gate. These protections underline its dual interest: architectural (18th century style) and archaeological (medieval tracks). The location, at 2 rue Bout-de-Bas, makes it a discreet but notable witness to local history, between religious heritage, royal power, and modern public services.

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