The Bastides: Urban Planning and Legal Framework in Medieval France

This lecture explores the concept of bastides, planned medieval towns in France, focusing on their layout and legal regulations. It delves into the specific features of bastides, such as the urban design, public spaces, and the legal framework governing these new settlements. The lecture also discusses the social and economic aspects of life in bastides, including the roles of different social classes and the economic activities that thrived in these towns.