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Rubrouck's feudal motte is a historic monument located in the commune of Rubrouck, in the department of the North (59), in the Hauts-de-France region. This site, dated from the Middle Ages, is a typical example of earth fortifications built for defensive and strategic purposes during this period. Its inscription as a Historical Monument by decree of 21 May 1980 underlines its heritage importance and its preservation.

Feudal mottes, such as Rubrouck's, were generally built to serve as surveillance and refuge points in the event of conflict. They were part of a network of local fortifications, reflecting the political and military organization of the medieval era. These structures were often associated with local lords or village communities, playing a key role in protecting territories and populations.

Although the specific details of the occupants or events related to this motte are not mentioned in the available sources, its existence illustrates the power and defence dynamics of the Hauts-de-France region in the Middle Ages.

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