Palais Rohan, Bordeaux
Palais Rohan, Bordeaux, Neoclassical palace and town hall near Saint-André Cathedral, Bordeaux, France.
The Palais Rohan stands with its three-story main building and single-story wings, featuring fifteen bays along the main facade with Ionic pilasters supporting the entablature.
Archbishop Ferdinand Maximilien Meriadec de Rohan commissioned architects Joseph Etienne and Richard-François Bonfin to replace the medieval residence, completing construction in 1784.
The municipal council room, designed in 1889, exhibits the official architectural characteristics of the Third Republic with decorative motifs by sculptor Barthélemy Cabirol.
The Bordeaux Tourist Office organizes guided tours in French every Wednesday, allowing visitors to discover the grand central staircase and interior features.
The building transformed from an archbishop's palace to a departmental prefecture, then an imperial palace for Napoleon, before becoming the permanent town hall in 1835.
Location: Bordeaux
Architects: Richard-François Bonfin
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Address: PL PEY BERLAND, 33000 BORDEAUX
GPS coordinates: 44.83778,-0.57972
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42
City of light and stone, Bordeaux tells a piece of French history with every street. From the gilded facades of the 18th century to the redesigned quays along the Garonne, the Gironde capital combines classic elegance with modern dynamism. Strolls can be enjoyed among the columns of the Grand Théâtre, the reflections on the Water Mirror, the streets of Old Bordeaux, and the lively terraces of Saint-Pierre. Here, wine is not just a beverage; it's a culture. The Cité du Vin, museums, and traders remind us that vineyards have shaped the identity of an entire region. Bordeaux is also a forward-looking city, influenced by alternative venues like Darwin, bustling markets, and UNESCO-listed heritage. A city that embodies both tradition and innovation, blending art, cuisine, and river calmness.
Bordeaux offers numerous photography sites from the medieval Porte Cailhau to the modern Cité du Vin. The city features historical gates, stone bridges, public gardens, and architectural landmarks. Photographers can capture the Gothic Basilique Saint-Michel, the neoclassical Grand Théâtre, and the Place de la Bourse with its water mirror. The Darwin Ecosystem presents urban culture venues, while the Quai des Chartrons provides waterfront views.
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