On Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 9 am to 5 pm, the Landes prefecture opens its doors wide on the occasion of the 40th edition of the European Heritage Days. An exceptional opportunity to dive into the heart of history by participating in captivating guided tours. Do not miss this unique opportunity to discover the hidden treasures of the Landes prefecture.
Reservation required by email. The time slots are as follows (20 people max. per group):

• 9h00 à 10h00 - 10h00 à 11h00 - 11h00 à 12h00 - 13h00 à 14h00 - 14h00 à 15h00 - 15h00 à 16h00 - 16h00 à 17h00
  For reservations: pref-jep@landes.gouv.fr
  «On September 12, 1808, Napoleon 1st signed the decree called «de Bayonne», making a donation to the Landes department of the convent of Sainte-Claire in Mont-de-Marsan, to establish a prefecture hotel. From the Empire to the Republic, men and women have made the destiny of the prefecture of Landes. The neo-classical building has more than two centuries of history. Since its construction from 1810 to its recent renovation to restore the splendor and nobility lost over time, the building is a central element of the city of Mons. The Landais and the Montois are attached to this building. I have at heart, as the representative of the State in the Landes, that this house - the house of the Republic - be that of all.
  It is a legacy of our Republican history and institutions, and it is up to everyone to appropriate it.”