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Maison d'Ozé, Alençon
Alençon›Orne›Normandy›Northern France›France
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25min
25min
Free Entry
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7 attractions · 5h 6min · transit route
Basilica of Our Lady of AlençonMaison d'OzéWheat Hall (Halle au Blé)
Estimated cost: €4 for 1 person
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About Maison d'Ozé
This medieval mansion was built in 1450 by Jean de Mesnil, a wealthy alderman, using granite throughout - a rare and expensive choice that demonstrated his status. François d'Ozé expanded the building around 1530, adding the distinctive cylindrical turret visible from the rear courtyard. The building now houses the Alençon Tourist Office, allowing visitors to step inside and admire the exposed wooden beams spanning the full width of each floor.
Maison d'Ozé — Planning Your Visit
Opening Hours
Monday10:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday10:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday10:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:00
Thursday10:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:00
Saturday10:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:00
SundayClosed
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From €4 / person — all tickets and transport included — transit route with total cost breakdown
According to local legend, the future King Henri IV stayed at this house in February 1576 during his dramatic escape from the French royal court. After fleeing Paris following the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre, he stopped in Alençon before continuing to La Rochelle to rejoin Protestant forces. He later received the duchy of Alençon in 1584.
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