The Reconstruction

Duration : 1h30 - Price : from 10 €
A guided tour that sheds light on the reconstruction plan for Tours led by architect Pierre Patout.
During the Second World War, the city of Tours suffered extensive destruction, prompting the preparation of a reconstruction plan in 1940 by Tours architect Camille Lefèvre. The resumption of fighting prevented this plan from being implemented, and it was modified by Jean Dorian in 1944 following further destruction. It was finally Pierre Patout, appointed chief architect for the reconstruction in 1946, who carried out the work on the Place Anatole-France, the upper part of the Rue Nationale and the surrounding area. The northern entrance to the city of Tours was redesigned in this way, reflecting the town planner's desire ‘to enter Tours like an open garden’.

This tour has been awarded the Ville d'Art et d'Histoire label.

Practical informations

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour.
Free for children under 12 (contact us: 02 47 70 37 37)

Reservations must be made in advance at the Tourist Office or online. No sales on site.
The guided tour is in French only and is intended for individuals. For all group visits of more than 10 people, contact the Groups Department on tel: +33 (0) 2 47 70 37 34 or by e-mail: dmc@tours-tourisme.fr.