Construction of building XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Construction period attested by sources.
13 mars 1945
Inscription of the door
Inscription of the door 13 mars 1945 (≈ 1945)
Arrested classifying the door as Historic Monument.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
16th century gate: inscription by decree of 13 March 1945
Origin and history
The building at 31 rue des Chapelaines in Le Mans is a 16th century civil building marked by the transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. This building is distinguished by its door, the only protected element and listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments by order of 13 March 1945. This official recognition underscores its heritage interest, although other parts of the building do not enjoy this protection.
The location of the building in the historic centre of Le Mans reflects the urbanization of the city in the modern era. The Rue des Chapelaines, mentioned in the archives under the code Insee 72181, was probably an important axis of the city, as evidenced by the traces of medieval and reborn occupation. The approximate address from the GPS coordinates (8 Rue des Chapelaines) suggests a possible SEO error or an evolution of the urban route.
Property of the municipality of Le Mans, this building illustrates the architectural heritage of the Pays de la Loire, a region where Gothic and renaissant influences are mixed. Its current state and accessibility (visit, rental) are not specified in the available sources, but its partial inscription makes it a fragile witness to local history. The accuracy of its location, estimated at 5/10 ("passible"), indicates geographical or documentary uncertainties.
