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Origin and history

The house located on 3 rue de la Rôtisserie in Tours is a 15th century building, representative of the medieval civil architecture of the region. Its wooden facade, typical of the urban buildings of that time, has been preserved until today. This type of structure, both aesthetic and functional, illustrates the know-how of local artisans and the materials available in the Loire Valley in the Middle Ages.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 18 December 1924, this house bears witness to the importance attached to the protection of the architectural heritage in France at the beginning of the 20th century. The inscription specifically concerns its facade, highlighting its historical and artistic value. Although information about its original use or its occupants is missing from the sources, its location in the centre of Tours suggests a role in medieval urban life, probably linked to handicrafts or commerce.

The location of the house, indicated with an accuracy deemed "passable" (note 5/10), corresponds to the address 3 rue de la Rôtisserie, in the department of Indre-et-Loire. This sector, now integrated into the historic heart of Tours, was in medieval times a place of intense economic and social activities. Wood-paned houses, such as this one, often served as a dwelling, workshop or shop for merchants and artisans who animated the city.

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