Did this unassuming road witness the transformation of the Bois de Vincennes? We’re standing before Route de la Faluère, a seemingly ordinary lane that holds a fascinating past. This route, nestled within the 12th arrondissement of Paris, isn’t just a path through the Bois de Vincennes. It’s a tribute to a man who shaped this very landscape. Route de la Faluère gets its name from Alexandre Claude Lefebvre de la Faluère. He wasn’t just any nobleman. He was the Grand Master of Waters and Forests of Paris, entrusted with a monumental task: to reforest the Bois de Vincennes. Imagine the once-depleted woods, coming alive under his watchful eye. As we stroll along the Route de la Faluère today, we’re walking through his living legacy. Each tree, each rustling leaf, whispers his name, reminding us of his impactful work. So, the next time you find yourself wandering down Route de la Faluère, remember the man who gave it its name and the verdant tapestry he gifted to Paris.
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.