The Dark Cells of Villon: Uncovering Medieval Justice through a French Dungeon In the Loire Valley of central France lies the Château de Meung sur Loire, home to a 15th century dungeon that once held the infamous poet and thief François Villon.
This historical site offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of medieval justice systems.
The Structure of Medieval Justice in 15th Century France During Villon's time, the French justice system was a hierarchical structure with the monarch at its apex.