Le Centorial, Historical monument in 2nd arrondissement, France.
Le Centorial is a protected monument in Paris's 2nd arrondissement featuring a double spiral staircase within its Haussmannian structure, combining a stone facade with an internal metal framework. The steel structure comes from Eiffel's workshops and defines the interior of the building.
The building was constructed in 1913 under architect Victor Laloux's direction as part of the Crédit Lyonnais headquarters. It gradually expanded to occupy an entire city block and underwent major renovation in 2001.
The central building draws inspiration from the Louvre's Pavillon de l'Horloge and represents how French banking institutions expressed their status through architectural design. This approach reflects how Paris displayed its economic power through construction.
The site is easily accessible in a central Paris neighborhood with good public transport connections. Visitors should note that parts of the building remain in office use today and are not open to public viewing.
At the main entrance stands a decorative lead sculpture depicting the city of Lyon, impressively symbolizing the connection between the Paris-based bank and its region of origin. This elaborate artwork underscores the importance of that relationship in the financial world of the early 20th century.
Location: 2nd arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1913
Architects: André-Félix Narjoux, Victor Laloux, Jean-Jacques Ory
Part of: Crédit Lyonnais headquarters
GPS coordinates: 48.86977,2.33639
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
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