Maison de Tristan l'Hermite à Tours, Private mansion in Tours, France
The mansion features a stepped gable facade in brick and stone, with a courtyard gallery and spiral staircase tower with helical vaulting.
Built in 1495 for merchant Pierre du Puy, the house received heritage protection status in 1862 as one of France's first classified historical monuments.
The 'Prie Dieu pur' motto inscribed on the facade reflects the religious and social values of the late 15th century French bourgeoisie.
Located at 16 rue Briçonnet in central Tours, the building changed ownership in 2019 when the city sold it to private individuals.
The house includes a Saint-Gilles spiral brick staircase leading to a belvedere, demonstrating Flemish architectural influence rare in Tours.
Location: Tours
Address: 16, rue Briçonnet
GPS coordinates: 47.39560,0.68139
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
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