Wondering why this street is called Rue Sartoris? This street in La Garenne-Colombes bears the name of a banker. His name was Pierre-Urbain Sartoris. Let’s uncover the story behind this name.
Rue Sartoris is more than just a street. It is a testament to a family’s legacy. Pierre-Urbain Sartoris acquired La Garenne de Colombes in 1820. He was a Genevois banker who had spent many years in London.
After Pierre-Urbain Sartoris died in 1833, his six children inherited the land. They faced a challenge. They could not agree with the Marquis de l’Aigle’s descendants on how to divide the land. The solution was to divide the land into smaller lots. These lots were then sold at auction. To honor their father, one of the newly created streets was named Rue Sartoris.
Rue Sartoris begins at Rue Kléber. It runs parallel to the Route Départementale 992. The street first crosses Avenue du Général-de-Gaulle. This is at the intersection of Avenue Joffre. Continuing east, Rue Sartoris meets Rue Voltaire. The street then crosses the Rond-Point de Valpaços. Rue de l’Aigle, Rue de Plaisance and Rue d’Estienne-d’Orves also converge here.
The story of Rue Sartoris is a glimpse into the past. It tells of family disputes and urban development. Next time you are here, remember Pierre-Urbain Sartoris. Remember his children who shaped this area. They left their mark on La Garenne-Colombes. The Garenne de Colombes, now a part of this town’s fabric, reminds us of its rich history. The Parc Victor-Roy invites you to relax.