Registration for Historic Monuments 1926 (≈ 1926)
The tower is partially marked by arrest.
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Heritage classified
Round: inscription by order of 8 June 1926
Origin and history
The Madeleine Gate is a fortification tower located in the commune of Château-Landon, Île-de-France. This monument, partially listed as a historical monument since 1926, bears witness to the defensive architectural heritage of the region. Its official inscription by decree of 8 June 1926 specifically concerns the tower, now owned by the municipality.
Fortifications such as the Madeleine Gate played a key role in the protection of cities in the Middle Ages. They served as a checkpoint for entrances and exits, while symbolizing the city's power and wealth. In Île-de-France, these structures often reflected the political and military tensions of the time, while structuring local urban planning.
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