Ancien hôpital Beaujon

The Ancien Hôpital Beaujon is a neoclassical building in the 8th arrondissement with symmetrical wings and multiple stories marked by decorative elements. The overall layout reflects the typical composition of a major Parisian medical facility from the early 19th century.

Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine designed this building at the start of the 19th century as a major medical facility for Paris. The hospital played a role in developing urban infrastructure and healthcare services during that period.

The building shapes the neighborhood with its neoclassical facade and shows how 19th-century Paris designed public structures. Visitors can see in its symmetrical layout how much value was placed on order and clarity in institutional spaces.

The facade is clearly visible from the street and the location is easy to reach by public transport in the 8th arrondissement. The building has protected status, so some areas may not be open for visits.

The building features windows deliberately designed tall and large following medical principles of the era to allow natural ventilation. These details show how architecture and medicine worked closely together to provide patients with a better environment.