Where does the name Rue Waldeck-Rousseau come from? It is a question I hear often as we begin our walk here. This street is named after the French lawyer and politician Pierre Waldeck-Rousseau.
Rue Waldeck-Rousseau is nestled in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. It is a relatively short street that is only 95 meters long. It is about 12 meters wide. Despite its modest size, the Rue Waldeck-Rousseau holds a piece of Parisian history.
Let’s delve into its origins. The Rue Waldeck-Rousseau was officially created in 1904. It was built on the site of a former omnibus depot. This area was then classified as part of Paris’s road network. A decree formalized this classification.
Pierre Waldeck-Rousseau was a prominent figure in French politics. He lived from 1846 to 1904. He was an advocate and statesman. Naming this street after him honors his contributions to France.
The Rue Waldeck-Rousseau begins at 212 ter, boulevard Pereire. It ends at 91, avenue des Ternes. These locations mark the boundaries of this charming Parisian street.
There is a restaurant at 2 rue Waldeck-Rousseau. It is called La Famiglia. You can contact them via restaurantlafamigliaparis17@gmail.com.
Waldeck-Rousseau was also known for the Waldeck-Rousseau Law of 1884. This law legalized trade unions in France. It repealed the Le Chapelier Law. It defined the scope of union competencies. This law is now part of the Labor Code.
The Waldeck-Rousseau Law followed the Ollivier Law of 1864. The Ollivier Law decriminalized workers’ coalitions. Waldeck-Rousseau advocated for the adoption of the 1884 law.
This law authorized the establishment of trade unions in France. It applied to all professional groups. This included both employee and employer unions.
As we stand here on Rue Waldeck-Rousseau, remember the man behind the name. Remember his impact on French law and politics. This street, though small, connects us to a significant part of Parisian and French history.