It takes just a quick glance to see why the town hall of Bois-Colombes, located in the Hauts-de-Seine, captivates architecture and heritage enthusiasts alike. With its red brick, tall windows, and notably its copper-topped belfry, the building defies the typical profile of a city hall. Many might see in it a relic of a church left unfinished, as if a place of worship had abruptly changed course mid-construction to serve as municipal offices.
Before constructing this impressive building, Bois-Colombes had much humbler beginnings. When the town became independent in 1896, it initially lacked a dedicated town hall: temporary offices were set up on what is now Rue du Général-Leclerc, before municipal services moved into the buildings of Paul-Bert School.
It was during the 1930s that a new city hall came into prominence. A competition was launched in 1933, and the current building was ultimately constructed between 1935 and 1937 by architects Émile Berthelot and Georges Bovet.
The building is described as a classic or neoclassical style structure, constructed from red brick. It features tall windows and is topped by a prominent belfry. The copper-covered spire has aged into a striking green patina that immediately catches the eye. This civic clock tower blurs the lines a bit: from afar, it easily resembles a place of worship.
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Location
Bois-Colombes Town Hall
15 Rue Charles Duflos
92270 Bois Colombes
