Did a gate ever stand here at Porte de Villiers? It’s a fair question. The Porte de Villiers we see today wasn’t the original. It once marked the entrance to Paris, a gateway from the bustling city to the quaint village of Villiers-la-Garenne. Imagine horse-drawn carriages trundling through this very spot, bringing goods and travelers to and from the city. The original gate, part of the Thiers wall, was a symbol of a bygone era. It fell victim to the city’s expansion, its stones dismantled, its presence fading into the annals of history. Today, Porte de Villiers stands as a testament to Paris’s ever-evolving landscape. It’s no longer a physical barrier but a crossroads connecting the city with its neighboring towns, Levallois-Perret and Neuilly-sur-Seine. As you stand here, envision the flow of history, the transformation of a humble gate into a bustling intersection, a symbol of Paris’s constant evolution. This is Porte de Villiers, a silent witness to the city’s unceasing growth.
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.