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Origin and history

The building at 127 Grande Rue in Alençon is a historical monument composed of several buildings organized around a common courtyard. The facade of the 123, typical of medieval buildings, has two wood-paned levels, a stone door decorated with a braided arch and a shield, as well as door windows. These elements date mainly from the 15th and 16th centuries, although traces of later developments, such as the façade of 121 rebuilt in the 19th century, are visible.

At the back, the fronts on courtyards have retained their original appearance, with polygonal towers housing stairs with stone screws. The openings, all chamfered, testify to careful construction techniques. The crows still related suggest the ancient existence of wooden galleries, now extinct, which served the floors. These architectural details illustrate the evolution of urban dwellings between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, combining functionality and decoration.

The whole was partially protected by an order of 24 June 1975, specifically covering the street façade and its corresponding roof. This classification highlights the heritage value of the oldest elements, especially those of the 15th and 16th centuries, while incorporating later modifications such as the 19th century façade. The location, in the heart of Alençon in Orne, makes it a witness to Norman urban history, between medieval heritage and modern transformations.

The accuracy of its location is estimated at 6/10, indicating a generally reliable address but which may require further verification. Available sources, such as the Merimée and Monumentum base, confirm its status as a listed monument, without providing details on its current accessibility or contemporary uses (visits, accommodation, etc.).

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