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Origin and history

The bridge over the Aille, located between Le Luc and La Garde-Freinet on the town of Cannet-des-Maures, is a work whose origins date back to the 14th century. Its current structure also incorporates elements rebuilt or modified in the 19th century, reflecting two distinct periods of its architectural history. Ranked as a Historical Monument by decree of 22 June 1943, it bears witness to the importance of the routes of communication in this Provençal region, where rivers like Aille required sustainable arrangements to facilitate exchanges and movements.

The location of the bridge, although documented (approximate address: 5424 La Basse Verrerie, Le Cannet-des-Maures), remains imprecise according to available sources, with cartographic accuracy assessed as fair (note 5/10). This monument is part of the Var heritage, a department marked by a rich medieval history, where bridges played a key role in connecting villages and supporting local economic activities, including agriculture, trade and population movements. Its registration as Historic Monuments underscores its heritage value, although the archives do not specify the sponsors or artisans who participated in its construction or transformation.

Available data, mainly from the Merimée database and Monumentum, do not provide details of specific construction techniques or historical events directly related to this bridge. However, its dual construction period (14th and 19th centuries) suggests that it may have undergone repairs or adaptations to meet the changing needs of local communities, in a context where medieval infrastructures were often redesigned in modern times to improve their sustainability or capacity.

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