Palais épiscopal de Laon, Medieval episcopal palace in Laon, France
The episcopal palace features nine pointed arches on its main facade, along with Renaissance windows and three overhanging turrets facing the ramparts.
Originally built in the 12th century as the residence of bishop-dukes, the palace underwent significant renovations after a fiscal revolt in 1112.
The palace contains two superimposed chapels from the 1150s, dedicated to Saint Jacques and Saint Nicolas, reflecting medieval religious architecture.
The building now functions as the courthouse of Laon, with the grand hall serving as the court of assizes for the Aisne department.
The palace connects directly to the cathedral through a fortified gate, with gargoyles representing the seven deadly sins decorating this passage.
Location: Laon
Address: place Aubry-Gisèle
GPS coordinates: 49.56470,3.62600
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
Laon Cathedral
85 m
Chapelle des Templiers
208 m
Musée d'art et d'archéologie de Laon
206 m
Porte d'Ardon
269 m
Citadelle de Laon
267 m
Hôtel-Dieu de Laon
89 m
Institution La Providence
305 m
Maison des Arts et Loisirs
85 m
Ancien Hôtel de Ville de Laon
286 m
Ancienne église St-Martin-au-Parvis, Laon
158 m
Hôtel des Chanoines
153 m
Ancien prieuré du Val-des-Ecoliers
243 m
Hostellerie du Dauphin
231 m
Séminaire de Laon
106 m
Maison, 26 rue des Cordeliers
201 m
Maison, 60 rue de la Châtelaine
229 m
Maison, 2 rue Clerjot
284 m
Maison, 12 rue des Cordeliers
256 m
Portail de la cour de la Bouvelle
244 m
Maison, 13 rue de Signier
240 m
Hôtel du petit Cuissy
236 m
Maison, 6 rue du Cloître
141 m
Maison 7 rue de la Herse
216 m
Maison, 7 rue Sérurier
308 m
Maison, 47 rue Sérurier
202 m
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Laon
208 m
Maison, 45 rue de la Châtelaine
260 m
Couvent des Minimes de Laon
230 mReviews
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