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The house in Tours, dating from the 15th century, is a historical monument typical of medieval civil architecture. It consists of a ground floor and three floors, the last of which is fitted out under the roof. The original construction consisted of three spans, but one of them disappeared when a street was drilled. The facades were initially covered with slates, while the hourdis was replaced by a brickwork in later restorations.

Ranked among the Historical Monuments, this house has an east facade and a roof protected by decree of 8 July 1946. Its official address, according to the Mérimée base, is the 1 Place Foire-le-Roi, although approximate GPS coordinates also place it at 13 Ter Rue Benjamin Constant. The precise location remains uncertain, however, with an estimated accuracy of 5/10 depending on available sources.

The building illustrates the constructive techniques of its time, with modern adaptations such as the replacement of the hourdis. Although details of its occupants or original use are missing, its listing as Historic Monuments underscores its heritage importance. No information is provided on its current accessibility, whether it be visits, rentals or accommodation.

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