Construction of hotel Seconde moitié du XVIIIe siècle (≈ 1875)
Construction period in Arras.
3 mars 1976
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 3 mars 1976 (≈ 1976)
Front, roof and living room protection.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Façades and roofs including the gate overlooking the rue des Portes-Cochères; large living room with its decor (cad. OF 466 : Order of 3 March 1976
Key figures
Information non disponible - No name cited
Insufficient sources on owners.
Origin and history
The Hôtel de la Verdure, located at 18 rue Émile-Legrelle in Arras (Pas-de-Calais), is a private hotel built during the second half of the eighteenth century. This monument illustrates the refined civil architecture of this period, marked by the influence of the Lights and a pronounced taste for the sumptuous interior decorations. Its classification as Monument Historique in 1976 protects its facades, roofs, and a large adorned living room, testimonies of the artisanal know-how of the period.
The location of the hotel in the centre of Arras reflects the importance of this city as an economic and cultural hub in Nord-Pas-de-Calais (now Hauts-de-France) in the 18th century. At that time, Arras was a dynamic city, marked by textile trade, a rising bourgeoisie, and a lively worldly life. Private hotels, such as the Verdure, served as both a residence and a place of representation for local elites, embodying their social status.
The current property of an association, the Hotel de la Verdure retains protected elements such as its gate on the Rue des Portes-Cochères and its large living room with original décor. These features are a remarkable example of the 18th century civil architectural heritage in northern France. No information is available on its current accessibility (visits, rental, accommodation) or on any historic owners or sponsors.
