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“A notorious cabaret once thrived here” you might hear whispered. Welcome to Avenue Charles V a Parisian street steeped in history. This unassuming avenue in the 4th arrondissement holds secrets. It wasn’t always Avenue Charles V. Initially known as Rue Neuve Saint-Paul it arose around 1544. This was during the subdivision of the old Hôtel Saint-Paul. The name changed much later. A decree officially named it Avenue Charles V in honor of King Charles V of France. Imagine the bustling life it has witnessed. The avenue even has a connection to the infamous Madame de Brinvilliers. Her former residence at number 12 is now a listed historical monument. This building was once home to Balthazar Gobelin. His son-in-law Antoine married the notorious poisoner. Number 2 also boasts a listed building. It features a mascaron a decorative stone face and a beautiful Regency balcony. A less-than-reputable cabaret frequented by Robespierre himself was located there. The street wasn’t always so picturesque. A 1636 manuscript describes it as “orderly but full of mud and filth”. World War I left its mark. In 1918 shells from the Big Bertha and German air raids struck buildings on Avenue Charles V. Yet the avenue endured. It’s a reminder of resilience. Its history lives on. The past echoes in its stones. Number 10 housed an annex of Paris VII University for decades. Before that it served as a warehouse for Alfa-Laval. Even today Avenue Charles V retains its charm. It whispers stories of kings poisoners and ordinary citizens. Explore its quiet corners. Discover the hidden narratives of Avenue Charles V. Let its past enrich your present.

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