Maison des Loups, Caylus

Maison des Loups is a residential structure from the 13th century featuring carved stone windows on its upper level along Rue Droite. The stonework displays fine details that give the building its distinctive medieval character visible from the street.

The building was constructed in the early 13th century as a residential dwelling. It gained official protection as a French historical monument in 1921 due to its architectural importance.

The house displays medieval craftsmanship typical of the region, with its carved stonework showing techniques used by local artisans of that era. Walking past it helps you understand how people built and decorated their homes in this part of France during medieval times.

The interior remains private, but you can view the exterior and carved stonework from the street at any time during the year. It is easy to reach on foot and requires no entrance fee to examine the facade.

An 1853 engraving by John Henry Parker shows the original state of the lower windows with their complete stone fillings. This historical record allows visitors to see how the facade looked during the earlier period of the building's existence.

Location: Caylus

GPS coordinates: 44.23600,1.77147

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:28