Loge maçonnique de Périgueux, Masonic temple in Périgueux, France
The Masonic Lodge of Périgueux is a temple featuring Balkan Moorish architectural elements visible in decorative columns, mitred arches, and small bell towers on its north and west facades. The building contains spaces for masonic assemblies and rituals within a three-story structure clad in stone.
The temple was inaugurated in 1869 following the merger of two earlier lodges, with architect Lambert designing the structure and sculptor Grasset creating the decorative elements. The building's sculptural ornaments were destroyed in 1941 during the suppression of freemasonry and later restored in 1987.
The facade displays masonic symbols such as a five-pointed star in the pediment and stone-carving tools above the ground floor windows. These motifs served as visible signs of the members' craft and intellectual tradition.
The building stands on rue Saint-Front about 100 meters north of the cathedral in central Périgueux and is easy to locate. Access is visible from the street, and the surrounding area offers parking options and nearby cafes.
The temple suffered deliberate destruction and desecration in 1941 when political opponents of freemasonry targeted it during the occupation period. Its complete restoration in 1987 made it a testament to how lost monuments can be recovered and brought back to their original state.
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