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Masseret is a medieval monument in the commune of Masseret, in Corrèze (New Aquitaine). This type of structure, typical of the Middle Ages, generally served as a defence point or seigneurial residence. Although the precise details of its construction or occupants are not mentioned in the available sources, its inscription in the Historical Monuments by order of 3 February 1984 underscores its heritage importance.

Feudal motes, like Masseret's, were often erected between the 10th and 12th centuries. They played a key role in the territorial and military organization of the time, providing a strategic checkpoint on the surrounding lands. In Limousin, a region marked by feudal conflicts and local rivalries, these works allowed lords to monitor and protect their estates.

The location of the mot near the A20 motorway and its approximate address (5470 Highway at 20, 19510 Masseret) suggest a potentially strategic position, although the sources do not specify its exact geographic context. The accuracy of its location is assessed as "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10), indicating moderate knowledge of its location.

The inscription of the feudal motte as part of the Historic Monuments in 1984 helped to protect this vestige, although the practical information concerning its visit or access is not detailed in the available sources. No mention is made of specific historical characters related to this monument, nor of significant events that took place there.

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