You might be wondering why this park is called the Jardin Émile Gallé. Well, it’s named after a famous French glass artist, Emile Gallé. He was born in Nancy in 1846. He is known for his exquisite glasswork, ceramics, and furniture. He was a pioneer in the Art Nouveau movement, a style that emerged at the end of the 19th century. The Jardin Émile Gallé is located in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. Did you know that it’s the largest garden in this arrondissement? It’s also the third largest green space in the area. You can find it in between Rue Neuve-des-Boulets and Cité Beauharnais in the south-eastern corner of the 11th arrondissement near Rue de Charonne, Boulevard Voltaire, and Avenue Philippe-Auguste. The garden is a rectangle with two perpendicular walkways crossing at a basin with a fountain. It’s charming. Don’t forget to look up at the pergolas, they are covered with climbing plants.
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.