Laennec Hospital building complex
Laennec Hospital building complex, Former hospital complex in 7th arrondissement, France.
Description
Laënnec Hospital complex is a former hospital in the 7th arrondissement featuring eight courtyards with wells and stone buildings arranged in a cross pattern. Extensive gardens spread throughout the grounds, creating green spaces within the urban setting.
History
The facility was founded in 1634 through donations from Cardinal de la Rochefoucauld to serve patients with incurable conditions. Architect Christophe Gamard designed the original layout of this medical institution.
Culture
The name honors René Laënnec, the French physician who transformed medicine by inventing the stethoscope in 1878. Visitors walking through the courtyards today experience spaces shaped by centuries of medical care and innovation.
Practical
The site underwent major renovation from 2010 to 2016 and now houses the headquarters of Kering and Balenciaga at 40 rue de Sèvres. Parts of the grounds are accessible to visitors, though it is wise to check current visiting conditions beforehand.
Did you know?
During renovation works, construction teams discovered previously unknown rooms and architectural features hidden beneath layers of historical modifications. These hidden structures reveal how the complex evolved over centuries of continuous change.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (7th arrondissement of Paris).
Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
208 m
Hôtel de Chambon
290 m
Chapelle Saint-Vincent-de-Paul de Paris
74 m
Hôtel de Cassini
278 m
Musée Hébert
253 m
Jardin Catherine-Labouré
260 m
Hôtel de Choiseul-Praslin
186 m
Fontaine du Fellah
68 m
Eastern Ordinariate of France
298 m
Maison des Filles de la charité
259 m
Chapelle de l'Épiphanie
323 m
Hôtel du 120 rue du Bac
354 m
Jardin des Missions-Étrangères
323 m
Crypte des Missions étrangères de Paris
316 m
Chapelle des Sœurs auxiliatrices
324 m
Fontaine de la rue Cherche-Midi
116 m
Pietà-Fenster
64 m
Square Saint-Romain
183 m
Chapelle de l'hôpital Laennec
81 m
La Grande Épicerie de Paris
223 m
Jardin du Potager
137 m
Petit hôtel de Montmorency
272 m
Monastère de la Visitation
369 m
137 rue de Sèvres, Paris
352 m
Hôtel de Montmorency-Bours
258 m
Immeuble de la Congrégation de la Mission des Lazaristes
77 m
87 rue du Cherche-Midi, Paris
253 m
Couvent des Sœurs auxiliatrices
311 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes