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Origin and history

The feudal motte of Bois-de-Céné is a historic monument located in the commune of the same name, in Vendée ( Pays de la Loire). Dating from the Middle Ages, this site illustrates the typical fortification techniques of this period, although its precise history remains little documented in available sources. The structure has been protected since 1988, with an inscription covering Parcels F 1603, 1605, 1604 and 1244, attesting to its heritage importance.

Feudal mottes, such as that of Bois-de-Céné, were key elements of medieval territorial organization. They served as checkpoints and refuges for local populations, often associated with noble lords or families. In the Pays de la Loire, these buildings reflected the political and military tensions of the time, while playing a role in the agricultural economy and the management of the surrounding lands. Their strategic location, as here near Rue de la Motte, reinforced their defensive and symbolic utility.

Today, the feudal motte of Bois-de-Céné is partially preserved, with a property shared between the commune and private owners. Its state of conservation and its openness to the public are not specified in the sources, but its inscription as the Historical Monuments in 1988 underscores its archaeological and historical value. Available data, such as those from the Merimée database, allow us to locate the site with a priori satisfactory accuracy, without providing more details on its contemporary use or accessibility.

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