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Journées nationales de l'architecture : l'ancien hôpital de la Marine, vers une renaissance_Rochefort

National Architecture Days: the former Navy hospital, towards a renaissance

Cultural ,  Guided tour ,  Journées Nationales de l’Architecture in Rochefort
  • The former Rochefort Naval Hospital is a major heritage site for the town of Rochefort. This majestic architectural complex was built between 1783 and 1788 by engineer Pierre Toufaire. It was the first pavilion-style hospital to be built in France and long served as a benchmark in this field.

    After many years of disuse, this monument is set to be given a facelift.
    The renovation project that is now underway marks a high point in the history of Rochefort's heritage restoration in the...
    The former Rochefort Naval Hospital is a major heritage site for the town of Rochefort. This majestic architectural complex was built between 1783 and 1788 by engineer Pierre Toufaire. It was the first pavilion-style hospital to be built in France and long served as a benchmark in this field.

    After many years of disuse, this monument is set to be given a facelift.
    The renovation project that is now underway marks a high point in the history of Rochefort's heritage restoration in the heart of an area protected by the Preservation and Enhancement Plan.

    Multi-voice tour
    In the presence of Emile Santo, representing the François 1er Group, Thierry Lesauvage, Rochefort Municipal Councillor responsible for urban planning and land rights, and Frédéric Chasseboeuf, guide-lecturer from the Heritage Department.

    Meet in front of the main entrance on Avenue Camille Pelletan.
Schedules
Schedules
  • On October 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM and at 2:00 PM