Hôtel de Ville, Cherbourg

The Hôtel de Ville, or City Hall, is a historic municipal building located in Cherbourg, France, on Place de la République. Completed in 1804, it features a neoclassical design with a prominent portico and has undergone several expansions and renovations over the years. Notable for its role in local governance since the French Revolution, the building houses significant rooms such as the council chamber and the grand salon. It also commemorates historical events, including a memorial for the return of Charles Ferdinand, Duke of Berry, and a plaque honoring Sergeant William Finley, the first allied soldier to reach the town hall during World War II. The building's interior was designated a monument historique in 2004, making it a point of interest for tourists and researchers alike.