Collège de Foix in Toulouse

The College de Foix features a brick main building with turrets, a vaulted cellar, and three floors arranged around a central courtyard with galleries.

Cardinal Pierre de Foix established this institution in 1457 to accommodate 25 students studying law, canon law, and theology at the University of Toulouse.

The building incorporates architectural elements from different periods, including Gothic arches in the galleries and mullioned windows added during the 16th century.

The structure maintains its educational heritage as it currently houses the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre-Dame de la Compassion, continuing its residential tradition.

The college holds the distinction of being Europe's oldest student residence, with its main building receiving historical monument status in 1925.

Location: Toulouse

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Address: 2, rue Antoine-Deville

GPS coordinates: 43.60484,1.44142

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:53