Maison d'Adam, Medieval timber house in central Angers, France.
Maison d'Adam is a six-story timber-framed house in central Angers with intricate wooden carvings across its facades. The carvings depict religious figures, mythical creatures, and nature-inspired patterns that cover the entire structure.
The house was built in 1491 and originally belonged to the Lefèvre family before serving as a residence for merchants. A wool trader and a silk merchant named Michel Adam, who later gave his name to the building, were among its notable inhabitants.
The wooden posts display carvings of religious scenes and secular figures such as musicians and mythical creatures. These representations reflected the life and beliefs of the wealthy merchants who lived here.
The ground floor houses an art gallery shop selling glassware and sculptures. It is open Monday afternoons and Tuesday through Saturday during the day.
The building takes its name from carved figures of Adam and Eve that originally framed the Tree of Life on the corner post at ground level. This symbolic representation makes the house a noteworthy example of medieval imagery in the city's architecture.
Location: Angers
Address: 1 Pl. Sainte-Croix, 49100 Angers, France
Opening Hours: Monday 14:00-19:00; Tuesday-Saturday 09:30-19:00
Phone: +33241880627
Website: https://maison-artisans.com/fr
GPS coordinates: 47.47030,-0.55408
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04
Angers has the quiet charm of cities where old stones converse with light. Royal city, capital of Anjou, it combines the medieval strictness of its castle with the Gothic grace of its cathedral and the plant-like softness of its gardens. Along the banks of the Maine, bridges, towers, and rooftops create a perfect setting for photographers. The tapestries of the Apocalypse, timber houses, flowering paths of the Jardin du Mail, or reflections of the Lake of Maine all tell the same story: a city where history is both admired and lived. Behind the blond stone facades, Angers hides an artist’s soul, with bright museums, medieval alleys, and lively markets. An elegant and accessible destination, appealing to both architecture enthusiasts and those seeking peaceful landscapes.
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