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Origin and history

The building located on 1 rue de la Rôtisserie in Tours is a house of corner entirely built of wood, dating from the 15th century. This type of architecture, common in the Middle Ages, is distinguished here by a sculpted decoration adorning the facade, testifying to the artisanal know-how of the period. The structure, classified as Historic Monument, illustrates the medieval town planning of Tours, where half-timbered houses played a central role in the urban landscape.

The protection of this building was formalized by a classification order on 3 July 1916, specifically concerning its facades. This classification underscores the heritage importance of the building, preserving a rare and well-preserved example of 15th century civilian habitat in Touraine. The location, between Rue de la Rôtisserie and Rue du Change, also reflects the commercial and craft organization of the city at this time.

Available data from sources such as Monumentum and the Merimée database confirm its exact address and Insee code (37261), attached to the Indre-et-Loire department. Although the accuracy of its location is considered poor (note of 5/10), the building remains an accessible historical landmark, although its current status (visit, usage) is not specified in the archives consulted.

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