Maison des Quatrans, Medieval house in central Caen, France.
The Maison des Quatrans features a wooden facade with timber framing, standing as a remaining example of medieval civil architecture in Caen.
Built in the 1460s by wealthy tanner Michel Le Fevre, the house underwent modifications in 1541 with the reconstruction of its staircase tower in Renaissance style.
The building currently houses multiple cultural organizations, including Le Far, a regional music agency that maintains the structure's community connection.
Located at 25 Rue de Geôle in Caen's historical district, the house received official monument status classification on July 24, 1953.
Despite Caen's abundance of stone buildings, this house displays wooden facades on its street side, representing a rare architectural choice for the region.
Location: Caen
Address: 25 25, rue de Geôle 14000 Caen
Phone: +33231862557
GPS coordinates: 49.18470,-0.36258
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
Caen bears traces of its past in every stone. The castle built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century still overlooks the city, while the Abbey of Men and the Abbey of Women testify to the power of the Norman dukes. Saint-Pierre Church rises with its 73-meter Gothic tower, and in the streets of Vaugueux, half-timbered houses recall medieval life. The Caen Memorial tells about World War II and the Normandy Battle, periods that deeply affected the city. Between history and nature, Caen also offers places of rest. The Botanical Garden, created in 1848, houses thousands of plant species within its greenhouses and arboretum. The Park of the Hill of Birds, developed over 17 hectares, features themed gardens and viewpoints over the city. From the Fine Arts Museum located within the castle to the Leroy Tower on the Orne quays, each site invites to discover different periods. Visiting Caen means exploring ten centuries of architecture and events that have shaped Normandy.
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