Introduction
Built between 1761 and 1771, the Place d'Armes is a vast rectangular square 125 meters long and 50 meters wide, entirely paved. The buildings surrounding the square symbolize the various powers: to complement the cathedral, symbolizing religious power, architect Jacques François Blondel erected the Hôtel de Ville, representing municipal power, the Corps de Garde (now the Office de Tourisme), representing military power, and the Parlement, representing judicial power.
Practical Information
Subject of tourist venue - historic building
- Vernacular architecture
Styles or dates of tourist venue - historic building
- Classical
Pets welcome
- YES
Conditions of visit (individuals)
- Tour of exterior only
- Visit on your own at all times
Accessible for disabled people
- Yes, partially / with help
Free
- YES
Recreational activities on site / cultural heritage
- Entertainment on a theme
- Concerts
- Temporary exhibitions
- Sound & Light show
