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Origin and history

The pavilions of the old customs and the Barrière d'eau are located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, specifically at 10 quai de la Rapée and 139 rue de Bercy. These buildings, whose facades and roofs have been protected since 1962, are part of the capital's architectural heritage. Their location, near the Bercy wharf, suggests a historical link with the city's port and customs activities, although the available sources do not specify their exact date of construction or initial use.

In Paris, over the centuries, barriers and customs buildings played a key role in regulating trade and collecting taxes on goods entering the city. These pavilions, like many other similar buildings, could serve as checkpoints or administrative offices. Their preservation today offers an overview of the urban and economic organization of Paris, especially in the neighbourhoods linked to river and commercial activities.

Their registration as Historic Monuments underscores their heritage and architectural value.

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