“Can you see it?” Towering above Fontenay-sous-Bois is the Tour de la Redoute. It dominates the landscape. It serves as a landmark for locals and visitors alike.
The Tour de la Redoute stands tall. It has 27 levels. Its estimated height is 85 meters. Construction finished around 1970. It offers apartments on two levels. These are duplex apartments.
The name “Redoute” has military roots. The Redoute de Fontenay-sous-Bois was once a military fortification. It sat between Fort de Rosny and Fort de Nogent. People also knew it as Fort du Chemin de Saint Maur. Builders erected it in 1833.
In 1947, the Redoute appeared on the city’s cadastral map. It was in section AR. It was situated between Avenue Rabelais and the municipal cemetery. Later, developers replaced it with the Redoute district. The Tour de la Redoute became its centerpiece.
The tower has three elevators. Each serves a group of floors. Imagine the views from the top floors. The Tour de la Redoute overlooks Fontenay-sous-Bois.
The area around the Tour de la Redoute has evolved. The military fortification is gone. Modern buildings have replaced it. Yet, the name “Redoute” remains. It is a link to the area’s past.
Now La Redoute is a retailer. Joseph Pollet founded it in 1837. He started a worsted spinning operation in Roubaix. Later, Charles Pollet built a factory. He named it Filatures de La Redoute. The name came from the street where it stood.
La Redoute specializes in apparel and home decor. It is a major seller in France. Its e-commerce site attracts millions of visitors each month. The company operates in many countries. It has millions of active customers.
The Tour de la Redoute is more than just a building. It embodies the history and progress of Fontenay-sous-Bois. From military roots to modern apartments it is a story of transformation.
As you stand here take in the sight. The Tour de la Redoute represents resilience and adaptation. It watches over the community. It connects the past with the present. It is a symbol of Fontenay-sous-Bois.