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Origin and history

The menhir d'Huchigny, located in Areines in the Loir-et-Cher, is an emblematic vestige of the Neolithic period. This megalithic monument, also known as Grosse Pierre, bears witness to the cultural and religious practices of prehistoric societies in the region. Its classification as Historic Monument by decree of 9 July 1909 underlines its heritage and archaeological importance.

The location of the menhir is specified in the archives under the approximate address of 135 Huchigny, 41100 Coulommiers-la-Tour, although its exact location remains subject to a priori satisfactory accuracy (note 6/10). This type of monument, typical of Neolithic, was often associated with ritual, funeral or territorial functions. Local communities of the time lived mainly in agriculture, livestock and gathering, and these erected stones could mark gathering places or landmarks in the landscape.

Available data, from sources such as Monumentum and the Merimée archives, confirm its protected status but do not provide detailed information on its specific history, possible excavations or precise use. Menhir remains a tangible symbol of the prehistoric heritage of the Centre-Val de Loire region, attracting the interest of archaeologists and local history enthusiasts.

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