Tucked away in the 20th arrondissement, we find the Impasse Cordon-Boussard. This little lane holds a secret. It whispers tales of Paris from a time before its grand boulevards. Impasse Cordon-Boussard is a small passage, just 32 meters long and a mere 2 meters wide. Imagine horse-drawn carriages navigating this narrow space in 1914, the year it was created. The impasse takes its name from the landowner who allowed it to be opened. Mr. Cordon-Boussard, a name etched in the history of this hidden corner of Paris. The Impasse Cordon-Boussard isn’t just a pathway. It’s a portal to a different era. It’s a reminder of a Paris less traveled, a Paris of quiet, intimate spaces. Look closely at the building on the corner of Impasse Cordon-Boussard and Rue des Pyrénées. You might spot a mosaic by the street artist Invader. This particular piece, PA-1083, features Buster Bunny, adding a touch of playful modernity to this historic lane. Impasse Cordon-Boussard. A secret whispered in the heart of Paris. A place where the echoes of the past mingle with the vibrant pulse of the present.
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.