Prefecture hotel of Ain, Administrative building in Bourg-en-Bresse, France.
The Prefecture Hotel of Ain features a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance that leads to spacious administrative offices and meeting rooms.
Construction of the Prefecture Hotel began in 1855 under architect Charles Martin, with reconstruction occurring in 1889 following a devastating fire in 1885.
The building represents French administrative architecture of the 19th century, incorporating neoclassical elements that demonstrate the period's governmental design preferences.
The Prefecture Hotel provides essential administrative services for the Ain department, including document processing, vehicle registration, and foreign resident assistance.
During the 1885 fire, which started from a heating system malfunction, the central section of the building suffered extensive damage requiring complete restoration.
Location: Bourg-en-Bresse
Architects: Charles Martin
GPS coordinates: 46.20240,5.22200
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
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