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Origin and history

The tilery of Varennes-Saint-Sauveur is a building dedicated to the production of tiles and other terracotta construction materials. Located in the commune of Varennes-Saint-Sauveur, in Saône-et-Loire, it bears witness to local artisanal and industrial activity between the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. This type of monument illustrates the traditional know-how related to the construction and town planning of the modern era in Burgundy-Franche-Comté.

The tilery was listed as historic monuments on September 23, 1977, recognizing its heritage value. This protection highlights its importance in the economic and architectural history of the region. Monuments of this type were often pillars of the rural economy, providing essential materials for local constructions and participating in the structuring of surrounding villages and towns.

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