Halles de Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, Medieval market hall in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, France.
The Halles de Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne is a market hall in the town center featuring a wooden structure with three bays supported by massive oak pillars. The timber framework creates a sheltered space that covers the entire marketplace below.
The hall was built in 1440 and rebuilt in 1672 after a fire, with support from Mademoiselle de Montpensier, cousin of King Louis XIV. This reconstruction allowed the building to survive and remain functional for centuries.
The market hall continues to serve its original purpose, hosting a weekly Saturday morning market where local vendors sell fresh produce and goods.
The market hall is centrally located and easily accessible with parking nearby. Visitors should plan to visit on Saturday mornings when the market is most active.
The massive oak pillars date back to medieval times and demonstrate carpentry techniques rarely seen today. Their size and stability reflect the builders' confidence in natural materials and traditional craftsmanship.
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