Clermont-de-l'Oise - Hôtel-de-Ville

A settlement is known as "Clarimonte" or "Clarus Mons" since the 10th century, when the place got fortified during the Norman invasions. The town, that developed here in medieval times got several times taken and retaken during the Hundred Years' War.

When the Hôtel de Ville was built in the 14th century it got fortified with thick walls. It was not only used as town hall and shelter for the population, but as well linen hall, what explains the lenghts of 52 metres.

The building got restored in the 19th century. To the right Saint-Samson, the parish church, can be seen.