Tour Jean-Sans-Peur, Paris

At this same time, the Duke was uprooted by the civil war raging between the Armagnacs and the Bourguignons, as he couldn't decide whom to support.

The name 'Jean Sans Peur' (Fearless Jean) was a nickname given to the Duke for his bravery in battle, and it stuck. Unfortunately, the Duke himself was assassinated in 1419, so the tower was not in use for long. In the 17th- century the building was taken over by a theatre troupe, but fell into disrepair.

The tower is now all that remains of the sumptuous town house. It stood completely forgotten for many years until the construction of the rue Etienne-Marcel revealed it once more. It is now restored and open to the public, hosting art and cultural exhibitions on a regular basis.