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The 13th century ramparts of Château-Thierry constitute the remains of a fortified enclosure protecting the medieval village. Located in the department of Aisne ( Hauts-de-France region), these remains include fragments of walls, circular towers, and doors such as the Saint-Pierre Gate and the Saint-Jean Gate. A 15th century artillery tower, the Balhan Tower, also remains near the Marne. These elements illustrate medieval military architecture and the defensive system of the city.

The ramparts and their components (tours, fragments, doors) were inscribed in historical monuments by order of 19 May 1927. Their partial conservation, particularly in the north-east of the village, bears witness to the strategic importance of Château-Thierry in the Middle Ages. The remains are associated with the Saint-Jean and Saint-Pierre gates, as well as the remains of the old castle, highlighting their role in urban defence.

The precise location of the ramparts includes the Rue de la Barre and its surroundings (33 Rue du Château), in an area classified as satisfactory in terms of geographical accuracy (level 7/10). These vestiges, though partial, offer an overview of medieval fortification techniques and defensive urban planning of the period, typical of the towns of the Picardie region (now Hauts-de-France).

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