A city within a city, that's a good idea. It was that of Le Corbusier, this visionary architect who needs no introduction.
A stone's throw from Saint-Etienne, the site of Firminy-Vert delights connoisseurs and the curious: a multicolored Housing Unit, a somewhat bizarre cone-shaped church, a concave Maison de la Culture, an amphitheater-style stadium and swimming pool. Do you want Le Corbusier, here it is. It's beautiful and in addition, the place is full of little crispy anecdotes. Did you know that the Unite d'Habitation was his second greatest achievement in the world? And that the windows of the Maison de la Culture were musical? And guess which constellation appears in the concrete of Saint-Pierre church? In short, go there for a little lesson in creativity.
Further information) :
The reception-ticket office is located at the Maison de la Culture and at the church.
Sustainable tourism
A responsible reflection is carried out for all our exhibitions.
Objects are recovered or purchased second hand, a tour in sign language is offered, the panels are reusable or recycled… the Site is also committed to an ISO 20121 approach.
Tips and Suggestions
Included as a free visit in the Saint-Etienne City Card
Take advantage of the site's 2 shops: Bookstore dedicated to architecture, Le Corbusier, design. Products of the Le Corbusier Foundation. Sketchbooks, bags, models…
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Location details
The reception-ticket office is at the Maison de la Culture and at the church.
Bus line M1, direction and stop: Eglise Corbusier
Bus line M1, direction and stop: Eglise Corbusier
- Public transport stop within 500 m
- In the city
Visit
Customers
Language(s) of the visit
English French
Individual visit services
- Unguided individual tours permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Group visit services
- Unguided group tours permanently
- Guided group tours on request
Opening
| Opening hours from February 19 to July 07, 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 18 p.m. |
| Wednesday | Open from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 18 p.m. |
| Thursday | Open from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 18 p.m. |
| Friday | Open from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 18 p.m. |
| Saturday | Open from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 18 p.m. |
| Sunday | Open from 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 13:30 p.m. to 18 p.m. |
Exceptional Closure(s)
- 01/01/2024
- 01/05/2024
- 11/11/2024
- 25/12/2024
Prices
| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | 6.5 € | 8 € |
– Family pass (entry for 4 people including one under 18): €25
– Guided tour of the Maison de la Culture and the church: €4/€3.50 (+ Site entry)
– Guided tour of the Housing Unit (show apartment, school and roof terrace): €12/€10 (+ Site entry not obligatory)
– Discovery Pass (entrance + guided tour of the Housing Unit): €16/€14
– “Le Corbusier” pass (entrance + 2 guided tours): €19/€17
Free*: Valid press card, ICOM/ICOMOS card, tour guides, guide for people with reduced mobility, City Card (excluding guided tours), Annual Pass (Site entry only), “Les Amis de Le Corbusier” (entrance to the Site only), students and professors of ENSASE, students in the HCP and DYCLAM masters (Le Corbusier campus in Firminy).
Reduced rates*: under 18s, students, large families, people with reduced mobility, job seekers, Heritage Pass, Education Pass, CNAS.
*upon presentation of proof
– Guided tour of the Maison de la Culture and the church: €4/€3.50 (+ Site entry)
– Guided tour of the Housing Unit (show apartment, school and roof terrace): €12/€10 (+ Site entry not obligatory)
– Discovery Pass (entrance + guided tour of the Housing Unit): €16/€14
– “Le Corbusier” pass (entrance + 2 guided tours): €19/€17
Free*: Valid press card, ICOM/ICOMOS card, tour guides, guide for people with reduced mobility, City Card (excluding guided tours), Annual Pass (Site entry only), “Les Amis de Le Corbusier” (entrance to the Site only), students and professors of ENSASE, students in the HCP and DYCLAM masters (Le Corbusier campus in Firminy).
Reduced rates*: under 18s, students, large families, people with reduced mobility, job seekers, Heritage Pass, Education Pass, CNAS.
*upon presentation of proof
Payment methods
Services
Equipments
Services
Activities on site
- Temporary exhibitions
Home animals
Adapted tourism
Hearing impairment
LSF visits can be offered by reservation.
Physical disability
The Maison de la culture is partially wheelchair accessible thanks to a ramp. A button located at the bottom of this ramp allows you to call reception to request support.
The church is fully accessible thanks to a ramp and an elevator.
The housing unit is partially accessible by elevators and ramps. The show apartment is not wheelchair accessible (narrow door and stairs).
The church is fully accessible thanks to a ramp and an elevator.
The housing unit is partially accessible by elevators and ramps. The show apartment is not wheelchair accessible (narrow door and stairs).
Visual impairment
Tactile models are placed in the buildings.
Linked offers
On the spot…
From 6.50 € / adult
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