Wondering who Ronsard was? Rue Ronsard pays homage to Pierre de Ronsard. He was a French poet from the 16th century.
Welcome to Rue Ronsard. It is located in Paris’s 18th arrondissement. This puts us in the Clignancourt neighborhood. Rue Ronsard is not very long. It stretches about 152 meters. The street is also not very wide. It measures only 12 meters in width.
Rue Ronsard came into existence in 1867. It officially received its name in 1875. This street is served by the Château Rouge station. You can access it via Line 4.
Rue Ronsard runs alongside the Halle Saint-Pierre. It also borders the lower part of the Louise-Michel park. Here you’ll find the allée de l’Île-des-Pins running parallel.
Speaking of Halle Saint-Pierre, it is located at 2 Rue Ronsard. The Halle Saint-Pierre is a vibrant art space. It is open seven days a week from 11 am to 6 pm. Admission is free.
The Halle Saint-Pierre is known for Art Brut. Art Brut is also known as “outsider” art. This art form pushes the boundaries of what is considered art. Artists are often self-taught. They have little contact with mainstream art institutions.
Inside the Halle Saint-Pierre, you will find the Musée d’Art Naïf. This museum features work by native artist Max Fourny. Thirty original pieces are housed here.
The Halle Saint-Pierre is not only for art. It has a performance hall and an auditorium. You can also find a bookshop and a library. There is also a café and meeting rooms.
The café inside the Halle Saint-Pierre is a great place to relax. You can reflect on the art you have just seen. The menu includes coffees, pastries, and sandwiches. They have options for vegans and vegetarians.
The Sacré-Cœur Basilica is a short distance from Rue Ronsard. The Dalí Museum is also nearby. The I Love You Wall is close to the Abbesses metro stop.
So, as you stroll along Rue Ronsard, remember its namesake. Think of the art within the Halle Saint-Pierre. Take a moment to appreciate the bohemian spirit of Montmartre.