The Place de Rungis, a bustling hub in Paris’ 13th arrondissement, was once an expanse of inundated meadows, a site for growing and harvesting ice in the winter. The Place de Rungis finds its name from the ancient aqueduct of Arcueil which carried water from the area to the thermal baths of Cluny. The area changed dramatically when the Bièvre river was filled in during the late 19th century. Much of the land became a freight-handling area, serviced by the new and modern railway station called La Glaciere-Gentilly, providing essential services for the city. With the rise of the eco-district of Gare de Rungis in the early 2000s, the Place de Rungis became a place of renewal, with the addition of new buildings such as a student housing area and an important senior care facility. Today, with its modern buildings and vibrant, well-maintained streets, the Place de Rungis is a reminder of the city’s ever-evolving landscape. It’s a place where history and progress coexist, inviting visitors on a journey through time.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.