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.