Brest railway station

Brest railway station is a railway station in France with a prominent clock tower on its facade. The building connects multiple regional and national rail lines and functions as a central transportation junction for travelers moving through the city and surrounding region.

The original station opened in 1865, but the current building dates from the 1930s. Architect Urbain Cassan designed the new structure after World War I and brought modern reconstruction ideas to the design of the station.

The station stands as a twentieth-century architectural landmark that reflects how railways shaped urban life in Brittany. The space in front serves as a natural gathering point where travelers and locals pass through daily.

The building is located at the center of the city and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors will find clear signage for different train platforms and directions.

The clock tower design was not purely decorative but helped travelers see train arrival and departure times from outside. This practical solution became the building's defining feature and remains visible today.

Location: Brest

Architects: Urbain Cassan

Official opening: April 26, 1865

Elevation above the sea: 43 m

Address: 8 place du 19e régiment d'infanterie, 29200 Brest

GPS coordinates: 48.38778,-4.48046

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45