“Does the name ‘La Garenne’ ring a bell?” you might ask, gazing down this seemingly ordinary street. Route de la Garenne whispers a history not immediately obvious. This quiet street in Clamart, France, once belonged to a larger area known as “La Garenne de Colombes.” This translates to “the warren of doves,” a name that hints at its past. Imagine, in the 18th century and earlier, this area was a royal hunting ground, teeming with game. The name stuck even as the area transformed. In 1910, a nearby town, originally part of this warren, declared independence. It even took the name La Garenne-Colombes, a testament to the enduring legacy of this place. Today, Route de la Garenne stands as a quiet reminder of a time when kings roamed these parts, and the thrill of the hunt echoed through these streets. It’s a hidden thread connecting us to a fascinating past, nestled within the fabric of this modern city.
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.