Ah, Rue Guillaume Tell. Here stands a street named for a legend. Who was Guillaume Tell? He was the national hero of Switzerland.
Rue Guillaume Tell is located in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. It is not as famous as the Champs Élysées. Yet, it holds its own charm.
Imagine this street in the commune of Neuilly. Back then, it was known as Rue de Louvain. It stretched between Rue Laugier and Rue d’Héliopolis. All that changed in 1862. The street was extended to Avenue de Villiers.
Later, it was classified within Parisian boundaries. Then it received its current name, Rue Guillaume Tell. This decree honored the Swiss hero.
Now, let’s talk about the notable figures who graced Rue Guillaume Tell. Albert Besnard was one of them. He was a painter. His hôtel particulier sat at the corner of Rue d’Héliopolis. He lived there until his death in 1934.
Pierre Valdagne also lived here. He was a novelist and playwright. He resided at number 26 bis. He passed away there.
Then, there is the curious case of number 34. Since the 2000s, a whimsical plaque has adorned the building. It reads: “Pierre SALATIER / Programmer / BORN IN THIS BUILDING / November 12, 1976.”
Rue Guillaume Tell begins at 60 Rue Laugier. It ends at 113 Avenue de Villiers. The street spans 245 meters. It is 10 meters wide. The street offers a quiet escape.