Varenne, Metro station in the 7th arrondissement, Paris, France
Varenne is a metro station on Line 13 in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, with a single entrance on the Boulevard des Invalides. The underground platforms feature an oval ceiling covered in white tiles, with clear signage and seating along the walls.
The station opened in late 1923 as part of the early expansion of the Paris metro network. It was temporarily closed during World War II when the government left the city, and reopened in the 1960s.
The station takes its name from the Rue de Varenne, a street lined with private mansions and diplomatic buildings. Inside, reproductions of Auguste Rodin sculptures are displayed on the platforms, giving commuters an unexpected encounter with art during their daily ride.
The station has elevators providing step-free access to the platforms, which makes it easier to arrive with luggage or a stroller. Outside of morning and evening peak hours, the area above ground is noticeably quieter and more comfortable to explore on foot.
The two platforms carry their name signs in different styles, one using enamel panels and the other earthenware tiles, a small detail that most passengers never notice. This difference came about because the two sides were renovated separately at different times.
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