Tour aux figures by Jean Dubuffet

Description

Located in the heart of the Île Saint-Germain departmental park in Issy-les-Moulineaux, the Tour aux Figures (Tower of Figures) is one of Jean Dubuffet's emblematic works, a monumental 24-meter-high sculpture-architecture listed as a historical monument. Inspired by his world of L'Hourloupe, it offers a unique artistic experience, blending landscape, imagination, and immersion.

Just a few meters away, the Tour aux Figures Discovery Center welcomes visitors from March to October with a permanent exhibition dedicated to the artist, the tower's origins, and the stages of its restoration.

Free and open to all, this space offers a tactile model, archival documents, videos, and educational materials to help understand the artwork and its surroundings.

For visitors:

• Guided tours for the general public (weekends from March to October) to discover the history of the tower, its interior architecture, and the secrets of its restoration.

• Workshops and activities focusing on art, drawing, and the world of Dubuffet, offered throughout the season.

• Permanent exhibition and reception area with information, visitor advice, a bicycle repair kit, and charging stations for electric devices.

Surrounded by vast lawns and gardens, the Tour aux Figures and its Discovery Center provide an ideal stop for a cultural break during a cycling trip.

Awarded the Accueil Vélo (Cyclists Welcome) label, cyclists will benefit from numerous services, including :

- Bicycle parking at the foot of the steps to the Tour aux Figures Discovery Center,
- Electrical outlets for charging your devices (at reception),
- A repair kit for minor breakdowns and a pump,
- Tourist information related to cycle touring.