What is the oldest house in Paris?

51, rue de Montmorency Not far from rue Volta, 51 rue de Montmorency is officially recognized as the oldest house in Paris. Built by Nicolas Flamel in 1407, who, according to legend, would have discovered the secret of the philosopher's stone, and transformed lead into gold.



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