Loge de mer, Gothic maritime tribunal in Perpignan, France
Description
The Loge de Mer is a Gothic building in old Perpignan featuring pointed arches at ground level and grouped windows in the upper floors that signal its importance. The facade shows careful stonework that reflects the craftsmanship of the period.
History
A court for maritime trade matters was established in the late 1300s, and a permanent building soon followed to house this function. It became a symbol of the trading prosperity that Perpignan experienced during that era.
Culture
The building was where traders gathered to settle business matters and resolve trade disputes that affected the city's commerce. It reflects how important maritime trade was to daily life in medieval Perpignan.
Practical
The building sits in the heart of the old town and is easy to reach on foot when walking through narrow medieval streets. Visiting in the morning gives you better light to see the details carved into the stone.
Did you know?
The facade features a carved ship and a relief showing Saint John standing above water. These symbols show how closely connected this place was to seafaring and the faith of the traders who worked there.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Perpignan).
Castillet
126 m
Perpignan Cathedral
192 m
La Méditerranée
34 m
Campo Santo de Perpignan
215 m
Hôtel de ville de Perpignan
31 m
Casa Xanxo
196 m
Cinéma Le Castillet
191 m
Église Saint-Jean le Vieux de Perpignan
216 m
City walls of Perpignan
125 m
Public theatre of Perpignan
166 m
Vénus
26 m
Palais de la Députation
53 m
Maison Julia
71 m
Casa de la Generalitat de Catalunya a Perpinyà
213 m
Hôtel de préfecture des Pyrénées-Orientales, Perpignan
128 m
Perpinyà walled town
59 m
Hôtel de Senesterra
195 m
Hôtel Saint-Antoine
230 m
Palau de les Corts
170 m
Chapelle Sainte-Marie des Correcs
201 m
Catalan Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions
126 m
Dévôt-Christ chapel
217 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-l'Espérance de l'hôpital
226 m
Chapelle de la loge de mer de Perpignan
6 m
Statue de François Arago à Perpignan
227 m
Maison, 3 rue des Fabriques-Nabot
77 m
Perpignan cathedral pipe organ
192 m
Immeuble, 2 rue des Abreuvoirs, Perpignan
116 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes