Town hall of Le Havre, Municipal palace in Le Havre, France.
The concrete town hall extends across 143 meters with a 70-meter tower at its western end and features 15 bays facing the central square.
After British bombardment destroyed the previous building in 1944, architect Auguste Perret designed this modernist structure, which opened on July 14, 1958.
The municipal building forms part of Le Havre's UNESCO World Heritage site, representing post-war reconstruction architecture in reinforced concrete.
Visitors can access the 17th floor observation deck through guided tours arranged by Pays d'Art et d'Histoire, offering views of the port and Normandy coast.
The forecourt features an underground parking system replaced by gardens containing over 50,000 plants, creating a green space in front of the structure.
Location: Le Havre
Architects: Auguste Perret, Jacques Tournant
Address: 1517 PL DE L HOTEL DE VILLE, CS 40051, 76084 LE HAVRE CEDEX
GPS coordinates: 49.49350,0.10780
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
Le Havre offers diverse photography subjects from modern architecture to maritime scenes. The city features Oscar Niemeyer designs, industrial heritage like La Catène de Containers, historic buildings including Saint-Joseph Church, and natural locations such as beaches and gardens. Urban photographers can capture the reconstruction architecture, while nature enthusiasts will find coastal views and park landscapes.
Reconstructed center of Le Havre
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