Caserne Létourneux, Fire station and training ground in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Canada.
Caserne Létourneux is a stone building defined by a prominent tower and horizontal lines accented with pilasters and columns. The site now houses a professional soccer training facility with four fields, combining natural grass and synthetic surfaces for year-round use.
The building opened in 1915 as the city's fire station and operated in that role until 1961, when it became a police precinct. Its use changed again in 1982 before transforming into its current sports facility.
The building's design reflects how fire services were organized in the early 1900s, with the tower serving a practical function for daily operations. Visitors can observe how the architecture shaped the way firefighters worked and lived in this neighborhood.
The site welcomes visitors interested in viewing the building and training operations. It is best to visit when professional teams are not training, allowing you to explore the grounds more freely.
The facility has been selected by major international soccer clubs like Real Madrid and Chelsea FC as their training base during North American tours. This choice reflects the quality of the grounds for professional-level play.
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