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Boersch Renaissance well is a remarkable architectural element located in the courtyard of a house in the Alsatian village. Dated from the 3rd quarter of the 16th century, it bears the inscription 1565, engraved on its structure, making it a precise testimony of Renaissance art in the region. This well is part of a larger complex, including buildings built between 1565 and 1626, reflecting successive phases of domestic development.

The monument was included in the inventory of Historic Monuments by order of 6 January 1930, thus recognizing its heritage value. The property, initially unified, was fragmented after the French Revolution, dispersing the original architectural elements. Today, the well stands at 20-22 rue Sainte-Odile, in a preserved urban setting, although its exact location has been discussed (formerly Krummengasse).

The well is integrated into the historical landscape of Boersch, a commune of the Bas-Rhin (Great East), marked by an architectural tradition combining Germanic and French influences. Its Renaissance style, rare for a utilitarian work, suggests an order by a wealthy family or a local corporation, although the archives do not specify its sponsor. The region, then under the influence of the Holy Roman Empire, was experiencing an economic boom linked to trade and crafts, promoting this type of achievement.

Available sources (Wikipedia, Monumentum) highlight its status as a protected monument, without providing details of its original use or possible restorations. The accuracy of its location is estimated to be poor (note 5/10), inviting further verification. No information is available on its current accessibility or integration into a tourist route.

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