Auberge de l'Écu

This old house is located at 15, Madier of Montjau Street, and was once the Écu de France hostel, run by a young man called Faure. Napoleon Bonaparte held several events here, and Faure mentions them in his memoirs. For instance, on December 4, 1785, there was the celebration of the patron saint of artillery, and a memorable feast took place. Now the building retains its old-world charm, and is in a beautiful medieval home with a slightly-raised floor so that horses could enter central courtyard. The first floor is the noble apartments, while the second is where the hostel staff stays. The hostel