Piscine Lutetia, Art Deco swimming center in 6th arrondissement of Paris, France.
Description
Piscine Lutetia is an Art Deco swimming center on Rue de Sèvres distinguished by striking architectural details. The interior features green granito floors, blue and gold Briare enamel walls, and three large nests crafted from woven ash slats that rise up to nine meters high.
History
Designed in 1935 by architect Lucien Béguet, the facility originally served as a private pool for Hotel Lutetia. It was requisitioned by German forces during World War II.
Culture
Following the Liberation of Paris, General de Gaulle transformed the swimming center into a reception facility for concentration camp survivors returning to France.
Practical
The site is accessible as part of the Hermès luxury concept store located at Rue de Sèvres, operating since 2010. Visitors should plan their visit during store hours to fully appreciate the interior spaces and architectural features.
Did you know?
Following the Liberation of Paris, General de Gaulle converted the swimming center into a reception facility for concentration camp survivors returning to France. This repurposing represents an overlooked chapter in the site's postwar history.
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