Château d'eau de Bourges
Château d'eau de Bourges, Historical water tower and arts centre in Bourges, France
Description
The Château d'eau de Bourges is a former water tower and arts centre with a circular structure and internal galleries. Inside, concentric areas with columns and alcoves now serve as exhibition spaces for paintings, sculptures, and contemporary works.
History
The structure was built in 1865 as a water tower and supplied the city with water drawn from the Auron river. It ceased operations in 1940 and was later transformed into an arts centre.
Culture
The building displays classical architectural features with decorative stone elements and brick surfaces. Today, artists and visitors use the space to experience contemporary artworks and creative exhibitions.
Practical
The venue is open Tuesday through Sunday in the afternoon with free admission to all visitors. Plan time to explore the different exhibition spaces at your own pace.
Did you know?
The circular layout contains two stacked basins inside that originally stored water for the city. These functional elements remain visible today and tell the story of its former purpose.
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