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The City Hall of Pont-l-Vévêque, originally called the Hotel de Brilly, is a 17th and 18th century building located in the heart of the city, in the department of Calvados. Built in 1736, it illustrates Norman civil architecture of this period, combining classical elegance and administrative functionality. Prior to World War II, the building served as a sub-prefecture, demonstrating its institutional importance in the region.

The building was severely damaged by a fire in August 1944 as a result of the bombardments linked to the Liberation. After reconstruction work, it was re-opened in 1957 before officially becoming city hall in 1960. His story was also marked by the birth of Robert de Flers (1872), a French literary and dramatic figure. It has been listed as a historic monument since 1926 and retains protected elements such as the lobby and two living rooms on the ground floor.

The post-war reconstruction preserved its historic character while adapting to its new municipal function. Today, the city hall embodies both the architectural heritage of Normandy and the resilience of the city after the destructions of 1944. Its current address, 58 rue Saint-Michel, makes it a central point of Pont-l.

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