The oldest house in France

 Found in Aveyron, it's 700 years old, built in the 13th century and owned by a woman named Jeanne. The ground floor is slightly smaller than the upper floors because in those days you only had to pay taxes on the land you occupied, so everyone built that way, cheating! This house tells us that Jeanne was relatively wealthy because it's built of stone.

The house is made of a wooden frame and a material called "cob," which is made from a mixture of mud, straw, and water. However, the exterior is covered with stone, giving it a very sturdy appearance.

Inside the house is a kitchen and a cellar containing troughs for animals. This suggests that in the Middle Ages, people lived on the lower floor with their animals.

Jean's House still stands today and has been renovated. It is now open to tourists and hosts medieval-themed events in July and August.

However, it's important to note that while it's said to be the oldest house in France, there are several other buildings that compete for this claim. These buildings are also said to date back to the 12th century. But Jeanne's House stands out for its unique design and historical significance.