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The gate of Cézy is a 13th century fortification, located in the heart of the village of Cézy, in the department of Yonne. This monument, typical of medieval defensive constructions, probably marked one of the main entrances of the village enclosure, reflecting the strategic importance of access points in the conurbations of that time.

The building was listed as historic monuments by an order of December 10, 1926, recognizing its heritage value. This official protection underscores its role in local history and its characteristic architecture, although available sources do not detail the specific events related to its construction or use over the centuries.

In the 13th century, in Burgundy, fortified fora such as that of Cézy were used to protect populations from frequent conflicts, especially in a context of marked feudality. These structures also played an economic and social role, controlling the flow of people and goods. Their presence often attested to the relative prosperity of the village or its position on lines of communication.

Today, Cezy's enclosure door remains a tangible vestige of this period, although information about its current state or modalities of visit is limited. Its approximate address, 6 B Rue de la Mairie, allows to locate it in the contemporary urban fabric, between medieval memory and modern life.

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