Place de la Liberte (Liberty Square), Toulon (must see)
Liberty Square (Place de la Liberte) is the central and most emblematic square in Toulon, created in 1852 by architect Gaudensi Allar and sculptor Andr茅-Joseph Allar. It sits prominently on Boulevard de Strasbourg, forming the heart of Toulon鈥檚 Haussmannian district. Originally designed as part of the city's urban expansion, it officially took its name in 1889. Over the years, the square has remained a vital gathering place for both residents and visitors, serving as a symbol of Toulon鈥檚 historical and cultural heritage.
One of the most striking landmarks of the square is the former Grand Hotel, built in 1870. This grand building, standing to the north, was requisitioned during World War II before becoming the Marine Prefecture in 1944. After being used as apartments, it was eventually closed in 1997. Since 2011, it has been transformed into Liberty Theatre, a cultural venue directed by Charles and Philippe Berling.
At the center of the square stands the Fountain of the Federation, inaugurated in 1890 by President Carnot. This magnificent fountain, sculpted in Calissane stone, features three allegorical figures representing France, Strength, and Justice.
Surrounded by elegant 19th-century architecture, including the Toulon Opera House, the square is a lively transit hub, with many bus lines converging at the Liberty stop, the main interchange of the city鈥檚 Mistral urban network.
One of the most striking landmarks of the square is the former Grand Hotel, built in 1870. This grand building, standing to the north, was requisitioned during World War II before becoming the Marine Prefecture in 1944. After being used as apartments, it was eventually closed in 1997. Since 2011, it has been transformed into Liberty Theatre, a cultural venue directed by Charles and Philippe Berling.
At the center of the square stands the Fountain of the Federation, inaugurated in 1890 by President Carnot. This magnificent fountain, sculpted in Calissane stone, features three allegorical figures representing France, Strength, and Justice.
Surrounded by elegant 19th-century architecture, including the Toulon Opera House, the square is a lively transit hub, with many bus lines converging at the Liberty stop, the main interchange of the city鈥檚 Mistral urban network.
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Place de la Liberte (Liberty Square) on Map
Sight Name: Place de la Liberte (Liberty Square)
Sight Location: Toulon, France (See walking tours in Toulon)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Toulon, France (See walking tours in Toulon)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles