"Le Brelin" apartment block

Clearly visible from the cycle route, the 'Le Brelin" apartment block overlooking the neighbourhood of La Croisette was built in 1972 according to the designs of architects Douillet & Maneval. Its elegant, clean lines give it an air of a vessel anchored on the slope, like a "passenger liner in the snow". The monumental building (640 co-owners) fits seamlessly into the cutting-edge neighbourhood and the façades have been designed with particular care, incorporating the original use of slate from the valley. This unprecedented architectural achievement earned recognition under the "remarkable 20th century Heritage" label, awarded by the Ministry of Culture in 2010. Launched in 1999, this label is aimed at identifying and showcasing urban complexes and buildings, which may or may not be protected Historical Monuments or protected spaces, whose architectural and urban interest justifies passing it down to future generations as features of 20th century heritage in their own right.