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The Cross Cross of the Val-d'Ajol is a listed historical monument, located in the Vosges department, in the Grand Est region. Dating from the seventeenth century, it is located precisely in the hamlet of Carrière, on the road of Faugerolles. This type of cross, typical of rural areas, often served as a religious landmark or symbol for travellers and local residents.

Ranked by ministerial decree on 16 September 1908, this stone cross is now owned by the municipality. Its location, although documented (address: 7 Larrière, 88340 Val-d'Ajol), suffers from a GPS location deemed poor (accuracy note: 5/10). It illustrates the local religious and artisanal heritage, marked by durable materials such as stone.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum base, confirm its status as a Historic Monument. No additional information is provided on its sponsor, artist or specific events related to its construction. The cross remains a silent testimony of the cultural and religious practices of Lorraine in the seventeenth century.

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