Construction of the façade 1264-1270 (≈ 1267)
Medieval origin of the current building.
1575
First innkeeper activity
First innkeeper activity 1575 (≈ 1575)
Opening by Henry Le Hasteux.
1596
Resumed by Pacosme Jentel
Resumed by Pacosme Jentel 1596 (≈ 1596)
New management of the hospital.
1622
Installation of Jehan des Rieux
Installation of Jehan des Rieux 1622 (≈ 1622)
Development of the services offered.
17 avril 1931
Registration historical monument
Registration historical monument 17 avril 1931 (≈ 1931)
Front protection and windows.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Façade sur la rue des Capucins et fenêtres à généaux avant sur la rue du Pont-Pigy : inscription par décision du 17 avril 1931
Key figures
Henry Le Hasteux (ou Hasteur) - First known innkeeper
Managed the hospital from 1575.
Pacosme Jentel - Reconnaisseur de l'hostellerie
Directs the establishment from 1596.
Jehan des Rieux - Innkeeper and restaurant
Developed the services in 1622.
Origin and history
L'hostellerie de la Croix d'Or is an emblematic building located in Provins, at 1 rue des Capucins (formerly rue de Villers-les-Moynes). Its walls and facade, dated between 1264 and 1270, bear witness to its medieval origin. This building, now used as a restaurant, preserves remarkable architectural elements, including sill windows.
On 17 April 1931, the facade of the hospital was listed as historic monuments, recognizing its heritage value. The first mention of an innkeeper activity dates back to 1575, under the direction of Henry Le Hasteux (or Hasteur), then taken over by Pacosme Jentel in 1596. In 1622 Jehan des Rieux set up his own business, offering cuisine, pastries and cellar.
The hostellerie illustrates the evolution of commercial and tourist activities in Provins, a prosperous medieval city thanks to its role in the trade and fairs of Champagne. This type of establishment served as a place of rest and supply for travellers, merchants and pilgrims crossing the region.
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