Slipping through time, imagine the Bois de Vincennes in 1929. Allée des Merisiers wasn’t yet officially part of Paris. It belonged to the neighboring towns of Fontenay-sous-Bois and Nogent-sur-Marne. Allée des Merisiers, as we know it today, nestled within the 12th arrondissement of Paris, has a fascinating history. This tranquil pathway, once a quiet lane on the outskirts, became a Parisian street by decree on April 18, 1929. The very ground we stand on transitioned from suburban tranquility to bustling Parisian life. Allée des Merisiers begins at Avenue de la Belle Gabrielle in Nogent-sur-Marne and stretches to Avenue du Tremblay. Picture the road, only six meters wide, extending about 600 meters through the verdant Bois de Vincennes. This “cherry tree path” isn’t just a name on a map. It’s a tangible link to a time when the city limits were redrawn. A time when this peaceful corner of the Bois de Vincennes became a cherished part of Paris. Close your eyes and hear the rustling leaves of the cherry trees. Feel the cool shade on a warm summer day. Imagine the gentle clip-clop of horses’ hooves before the modern sounds of the city took over. Allée des Merisiers whispers stories of the past. It invites us to walk through time, from the quiet outskirts to the heart of the vibrant city.
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.