Tour de l'Éperon, High-rise building in Rennes, France.
Description
Tour de l'Éperon is a modern high-rise with 30 floors that rises approximately 92 meters above street level. The building contains residential apartments and commercial spaces served by four elevators for vertical access.
History
Architect Louis Arretche designed this tower in 1975 as part of Rennes's major urban modernization. The project marked a turning point when the city began to build upward and reshape its center.
Culture
This tower reflects how Rennes embraced vertical growth during the 1970s and transformed its urban character through modern design. The building remains a visible reminder of when the city looked upward rather than outward.
Practical
The building stands prominently in the city center and is easy to locate and approach from different directions. Interior access is straightforward through multiple entrances that serve both residential and commercial areas.
Did you know?
The name Éperon refers to a spur shape found in Rennes's local geography, giving this modern tower a poetic connection to the city's topography. This geographical reference often goes unnoticed by visitors passing by.
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