Created from the redevelopment of the Place Verdun and Place Prêcheurs, the Place Comtale is located in the heart of the city, facing the Palais de Justice and the Madeleine church.
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It all began in the 15th century, when the architect Jean de Paris, controller of royal buildings, designed the Villeneuve district to the east of the city, with an eye for perspective and regularity. Around 1640, the architect Jean Lombard continued the work begun by Jean Paris.
This area became the center of social life at the time.
A number of buildings testify to the importance of these squares over the years.
The Fontaine des Prêcheurs, built in 1758 by Jean Pancrace Chastel and...
This area became the center of social life at the time.
A number of buildings testify to the importance of these squares over the years.
The Fontaine des Prêcheurs, built in 1758 by Jean Pancrace Chastel and...
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- In centre of town
- Town location
- In the historic centre