First classification Historic Monument 1889 (≈ 1889)
Protection of the ramparts in the former bishopric.
1941
Registration of discovered remains
Registration of discovered remains 1941 (≈ 1941)
Basements and towers revealed by bombardment.
1949
Extension of protection
Extension of protection 1949 (≈ 1949)
Classification of buried and visible ramparts.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Gallo-Roman ramparts in the former evêché (National Tapestry Gallery): list of 1889 - The foundations of Gallo-Roman ramparts, along the street and the Beauregard impasse, from the northeast corner of the old enclosure to Frette Street, including the wall parallel to the Theatre Street; the semicircular tower at the right of the bedside of the cathedral and the wall parallel to the street of the Museum opposite St. Lawrence Street, remains discovered by the bombings: inscription by decree of 22 December 1941 - Other Gallo-Roman ramparts, including the buried part: inscription by decree of 2 February 1949
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Origin and history
The Gallo-Roman ramparts of Beauvais constitute a defensive complex erected in the third century, reflecting the strategic importance of the city during the Gallo-Roman period. Their route, partially preserved, includes sections classified in 1889 under the title of Historical Monuments, notably in the former bishopric (now national gallery of Tapestry). These vestiges illustrate Roman military construction techniques adapted to local protection and control needs.
The bombings suffered by Beauvais in the 20th century revealed subsoils and a semicircular tower near the cathedral, leading to complementary protections by arrest in 1941 and 1949. These discoveries have improved knowledge of the enclosure, including walls parallel to the current streets (Beauregard, Theatre) and buried portions. The approximate address of the remains, such as 16 Rue Philippe de Dreux, highlights their integration into the contemporary urban fabric.
The ramparts are classified or listed on several occasions and are found to be "very satisfactory" (note 8/10), according to data from the Merimée database. Their preservation is part of a broader context of valorizing the ancient heritage in Picardie (now Hauts-de-France), where Beauvais, identified by the Insee code 60057, plays a central role. The protected elements cover both visible structures and archaeological remains, reflecting an ongoing occupation since ancient times.
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