Commanderie de Sours, Medieval commandry in Sours, France
The stone buildings of the Commanderie de Sours include fortified structures, farm buildings, and religious spaces spread across a large rural estate.
Founded in 1192 by the Knights Templar, the commandry later transferred to the Order of Saint John following the Templars' dissolution in 1312.
The commandry buildings demonstrate the integration of military, agricultural, and religious functions that characterized medieval monastic-military establishments in France.
Visitors can locate the commandry at coordinates 48.4106 N and 1.5981 E, where several streets, including Rue de la Commanderie, cross the historical site.
Underground passages connect the commandry to nearby castles and cathedrals, revealing the complex network of medieval defensive structures in the region.
Location: Sours
GPS coordinates: 48.41060,1.59810
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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