Estimated construction Période gallo-romaine (Ier-Ve siècle) (≈ 550)
Period of suspected well construction.
30 novembre 1942
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 30 novembre 1942 (≈ 1942)
Listing by ministerial order of the well.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Gallo-Roman well: inscription by order of 30 November 1942
Origin and history
The Gallo-Roman well of Courcelles-sur-Viosne is a historical monument listed since 1942. Located in the commune of Courcelles-sur-Viosne (Val-d'Oise), it bears witness to the Roman occupation in this region of Île-de-France. Its architecture and conservation make it a rare example of the hydraulic infrastructure of that time.
The Gallo-Roman period (first in the fifth century) marked the French territory by sustainable development, including this well. These works were used to provide water to local populations, often located near roads or agricultural areas. Their presence reflects the social and technical organization inherited from Rome, adapted to the needs of rural communities.
Ranked by ministerial decree on November 30, 1942, this well illustrates the heritage interest of ancient remains in France. Available data (Wikipedia, Monumentum) highlight its archaeological importance, although its precise location remains approximate (level of accuracy: 5/10). No additional information on its use or possible restaurators is mentioned in the sources consulted.
