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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The log house at 5 rue Eugène-Dutuit in Rouen is an emblematic building of Norman architectural heritage. This type of construction, characteristic of medieval cities, bears witness to the widespread wooden and torchi construction techniques between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The façade of this house was classified as Historic Monument by decree of 13 July 1926, highlighting its heritage importance.

Rouen, the major city of Normandy, has retained a rich set of half-timbered houses, reflecting its prosperous past linked to river and textile trade. These dwellings, often narrow and high, were suitable for densely occupied urban plots. Their wooden structure, sometimes masked by coatings, allowed rapid and economical construction, while offering some architectural flexibility. The protection of the facade of this house is part of a desire to preserve these testimonies of medieval and modern urban life.

The available data indicate that the location of this monument is considered "a priori satisfactory", with an address officially registered in the Merimée database under the code Insee 76540, corresponding to the commune of Rouen in Seine-Maritime. No additional information is provided regarding its current use, potential historical owners or any significant events associated with it.

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