Nestled in the heart of Pantin lies the Rue de Candale. Its name echoes through time, a street steeped in mystery. The Rue de Candale stretches from Rue Charles-Auray to Rue du Bel-Air. It intersects with Rue Méhul, Rue Lavoisier, and Rue des Pommiers. The street’s origin remains shrouded in enigma, a puzzle from the 19th century. In 1862, the street’s width was officially set at 10 meters. Later that century, plans emerged to extend the Rue de Candale. The goal was to connect Rue Méhul and Rue Courtois. Today, the Rue de Candale boasts landmarks that whisper tales of the past. The Stade Charles-Auray stands proudly, built upon the grounds of the former Seigneurie. This was once the residence of the Counts of Pantin. Nearby, the École de Plein-Air, designed in 1935 by Florent Nanquette, now serves as the Étienne-Méhul school. The street also leads to the Pantin communal cemetery, a silent guardian of the town’s history. A former hospice, established in 1890, once graced this street, offering refuge and care. The echoes of children’s laughter once filled the air near the maternelle. Here, Hélène Brion, a feminist activist, shaped young minds. Rue de Candale. A street of enigmas. A street of history. A street waiting to share its secrets with those who pause to listen.
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.