Hôtel Schneider

The Hôtel Schneider is a private mansion in the 8th arrondissement located on Rue Faubourg-Saint-Honoré, covering about 4,200 square meters. The building features street-facing facades, rooflines, a central courtyard, and garden spaces typical of grand Parisian residences from that era.

Built in 1860 for Marquis Auguste de Talhouët-Roy, the residence became the property of Henri Schneider, director of the Le Creusot ironworks, in 1881. This change in ownership reflects how wealth and influence shifted from the old aristocracy to industrial magnates during this period.

The design of this residence shows how wealthy Parisians lived during the Second Empire, with grand rooms and detailed architectural choices that reflected their status. Walking through the spaces, you can see how such homes served as centers of social life for the city's elite.

You can view the mansion from the street and see its facade and entrance on Rue Faubourg-Saint-Honoré. For detailed information about the protected architectural elements, reference materials are available at the Heritage and Photography Media Library in Charenton-le-Pont.

The facades, roofs, gatehouse, and shared spaces have been protected as historical monuments since 1980, preserving these details intact. This protection status is rare for private residences and makes the building an important example of urban architectural preservation.