A city of contrasts in northern France, things to do in Le Havre range from modern to historical, industry to art.

Le Havre’s modern architecture used to be a laughing stock in France, says Ronan J O’Shea. But now the boot is on the other foot. Ronan J. O'Shea. Thursday 09 November 2017 11:02 GMT.

Le Havre’s blend of Brutalist and Gothic architecture divides opinions. In 1944, extensive Allied bombing of German-occupied Le Havre all but turned the city to rubble, so controversial ...

As you walk through Le Havre it’s hard to imagine that 80% of it was destroyed through bombing in the Second World War. Full of individual architecture marvels, the town was re-built on ...

Le Havre’s post-war architecture used to make it a figure of fun. Today, it’s what makes it fashionable, says Ronan O’Shea The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you ...

Built between 1972 and 1983, the Espace Oscar Niemeyer is a cultural center designed by Oscar Niemeyer in the port city of Le Havre, France. Projects Images Products & BIM Professionals News Archive ...

In 2005, Le Havre was the first example of French Modern architecture to achieve UNESCO World Heritage classification, cited as a model of urban experimentation and reconstruction.

Les Bains des Docks is an aquatic centre in Le Havre, France, designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. The 5000 square metre complex comprises 12 pools, including a 50 x 21 metre outdoor pool ...

Le Havre’s architecture is made up of the opposing forms of Perret and Niemeyer but shares a sense of modernity and architectural adventure throughout. Other notable architectural work in the city ...