“Ever heard of a street that’s also a time capsule?” That’s the Rue du Général-Langlois. This private street sits quietly in Paris’s 16th arrondissement. It starts at 1, rue Eugène-Delacroix and ends as a dead end. It’s a short street only 68 meters long and 5.8 meters wide.
Rue du Général-Langlois wasn’t always its current name. Back in 1912, it was known as Villa Decamps. Later, it was renamed to honor General Hippolyte Langlois. He was a respected figure. Langlois directed the École Supérieure de Guerre. He was also a member of the Académie Française.
The street’s history has a cinematic touch too. At number 3, a scene from the silent film “Les Vampires” was filmed. This was in the third episode, where the facade of an apartment building was shown multiple times.
And there’s more to this street than just film history. At number 5, lived Colonel Alfred Touny. He was a hero of the French Resistance during World War II. A plaque commemorates him. It was unveiled in 1952 in the presence of General Kœnig.
Getting to Rue du Général-Langlois is quite easy. The Métro line 9 stops nearby at the Rue de la Pompe station.
The Rue du Général-Langlois is closed to public traffic. This closure was enforced by a municipal decree. It adds to the street’s quiet and private nature. This Parisian street is more than just a road. It’s a blend of history, film, and remembrance, tucked away from the city’s hustle.