Canopée des Halles, Glass and steel architectural structure in Châtelet-les-Halles, France
The Canopée stretches across 2.5 hectares with 18,000 glass elements supported by a 7,000-ton steel framework, covering the Forum des Halles shopping center.
The site transformed from a 12th-century marketplace established by Louis VI into a modern structure, replacing the previous Forum des Halles in 2016.
The building houses multiple cultural facilities, including a multimedia library, conservatory, and exhibition spaces that serve the local community.
The structure connects multiple metro lines and contains 150 retail spaces across different levels, serving over 750,000 visitors each day.
The aluminum and glass roof structure rises 14 meters above ground level, changing its appearance throughout the day as it reflects varying light conditions.
Location: Paris
Architects: Patrick Berger, Jacques Anziutti
Part of: Westfield Forum des Halles, municipal library of Paris
GPS coordinates: 48.86167,2.34720
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
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