Hôtel de ville de Rouen, Municipal administration building in Place du Général-de-Gaulle, Rouen, France
The Hôtel de ville de Rouen is a municipal administration building located at Place du Général-de-Gaulle with two side wings framing a central section that contains a ceremonial vestibule on the ground floor. The structure houses multiple functional areas including marriage halls and council chambers within its layout.
Municipal authorities moved into this former Saint-Ouen Abbey dormitory in 1800 after operating from various locations throughout the city. A major fire in 1926 destroyed archives spanning two centuries, though the marriage halls and council chambers survived intact.
The building reflects classical administrative design through its symmetrical façades and formal layout that speaks to its role in civic governance. Walking through it, visitors sense the weight of public service and community organization that has been anchored here for generations.
The building is open on weekdays and offers limited hours on Saturday mornings, so plan your visit accordingly. Be aware that it closes on public holidays, which affects accessibility during holiday periods.
The garden facade and roofs received historical monument protection in 1948, preserving their original architectural design. This designation highlights the architectural value of these specific elements that distinguish the rear of the building from similar administrative structures.
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