Hidden behind a large unassuming gate often open lies the Villa de l’Adour. This charming alleyway is a quintessential Belleville lane. It’s an enchanting country lane. The Villa de l’Adour a private alley in Paris’s 19th arrondissement is more than just a street. It’s a testament to the enduring spirit of old Belleville. It’s a place preserved from the extensive renovations of the 1960s and 70s. The Villa de l’Adour is a cobbled lane. It’s a flowered walkway where roses laurels and bamboo flourish abundantly. It’s truly the countryside in Paris. A variety of architectural styles mixes new houses and old pavilions. This showcases the characteristics of Belleville’s old urban planning. The Villa de l’Adour shows a beautiful example of a contemporary Parisian courtyard. It reflects a blend of rehabilitation and recent constructions. It is a shared common space. At number 3 a former industrial washhouse stands. Ingenious architects transformed it into housing. They preserved the high walkway. Street artist Jerome Mesnager painted his iconic white man on the walkway. You can see it from 11 Rue de la Villette. The Villa de l’Adour began as a small development. It has 19 plots ranging from 90 to 160 square meters. Initially named Villa Barthelemy it was renamed Villa de l’Adour in 1877. The name honors the Adour River in southwestern France. The alley starts on Rue Melingue. It runs 104 meters long to Rue de la Villette. Rue de la Villette resulted from the 1864 merger of boulevards and patrol paths. These paths followed the Farmers General wall. Explore the Villa de l’Adour. Discover the hidden charm of old Belleville. Experience the unique atmosphere of this Parisian oasis.
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