In the Middle Ages as much as 2/3 of the population of Europe died in certain towns and Rouen was no exception. This courtyard dates from the 1500’s and is surrounded by half-timbered buildings. There are “dance of death” carvings on the colonnades.
In the Middle Ages as much as 2/3 of the population of Europe died in certain towns and Rouen was no exception. This courtyard dates from the 1500’s and is surrounded by half-timbered buildings. There are “dance of death” carvings on the colonnades.