The oldest house in Paris is located in the Marais: the house of Nicolas Flamel. Built in 1407, this inn long served as a refuge for the poor and deprived, whom the famous alchemist (he supposedly discovered the secret of turning lead into gold) would accommodate in exchange for a few prayers. Now a traditional bistro, its pediment bears witness to the rich history of this house. For a long time, the house at 3 rue Volta was considered the oldest in Paris, until this one stole the spotlight.
One of the oldest houses in Paris, built in 1407, was restored in 1900 to preserve its ancient inscriptions. This house belonged to the famous alchemist Nicholas Flamel.