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Origin and history

The menhir Le Corrois, located in the commune of Montplonne in the department of Meuse (region Grand Est, former Lorraine), is a megalithic vestige dated from the Neolithic. This monument, typical of the erect stone constructions of this period, was erected by local prehistoric communities, although its precise functions (territorial marker, place of worship or burial) remain subject to interpretation by archaeologists. Its inscription as a Historical Monument by order of 7 December 2000 also includes a perimeter protection of 5 meters around the megalith, emphasizing its heritage importance.

The location of the menhir, reported with an accuracy deemed "passable" (note of 5/10), places this site in a rural context of the Meuse, a department marked by a rich human occupation since prehistory. In the Neolithic era, local populations lived mainly in agriculture, livestock and hunting, organizing their territory around natural or artificial landmarks such as this menhir. These monuments, often linked to collective or spiritual practices, played a central role in structuring the landscapes and societies of the time. Their preservation now allows us to study the lifestyles and beliefs of the first sedentary communities in the region.

Administratively, the menhir Le Corrois is listed under the code Insee 55352 for the commune of Montplonne, in the district of Bar-le-Duc. Although available sources (Monumentum, Merimée base) do not specify its current accessibility to the public, its protected status prohibits any modification or degradation of the site. The approximate GPS coordinates mentioned in the internal data allow it to be located in a probably agricultural or wooded environment, characteristic of the Meusian landscapes. No information is provided regarding any associated artifacts or recent archaeological excavations at the site.

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