“Cultural Route of the Council of Europe” certified in 2019

Le Corbusier Destinations: Architectural Promenades narrate the life and achievements of one of the major architects of the 20th Century. Born in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in 1887, Charles-Edouard Jeanneret - later called Le Corbusier - was a Swiss-French architect, designer, writer, urban planner. During his carreer, the internationally renowned artist designed buildings in many European countries as well as Japan and North and South America.

The Architectural Promenades of this tireless artist and traveller are the essence of this cultural route.

Heritage

Throughout his life, Le Corbusier travelled to acquire new techniques and perfect his knowledge drawing inspiration from the countries visited and their artistic architectural and urban elements. As a protagonist of the "Modern Movement" he introduced new ideas in Europe's architecture such as functionalism, purism and the link between nature and architecture.

Travelling today

The Association of Le Corbusier Sites is proposing a cultural route that today covers almost thirty emblematic sites, architectural ensembles and museums. Its aim is to structure and develop cultural and tourist exchanges between these Le Corbusier sites throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Through a wide range of activities aimed at all audiences - families, individuals, groups, universities and schools - this cultural route encourages travellers to discover the work of Le Corbusier and understand its international influence.