Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: La Halle

A market hall with an added lavoir (wash basin) did exist in Lisle since centuries. In 1846 it was decided to tear down the old hall - and replace it by this posh new one. It was inaugurated on 12. November 1856. To the left is Saint Martin, the parish church.

In 1470, Louis Malet Graville, Seigneur of Chartres, commissioned to build this hall, to create a prosperous market here. The rectangular hall is about 35 meters long and 18 meters wide, it is one of the largest in the region. 48 old oak beams on sandstone-foundations hold up the roof. In 1820, the Duc Mouchy, descendant of the noble family, sold the hall to the city of Arpajon. Meanwhile the hall is well restorated and twice per week, here is the market.