Méridienne verte, Monument along Paris Meridian, France
The Green Meridian extends 1200 kilometers from Dunkerque in northern France to Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste in the southern Pyrenees mountains.
Architect Paul Chemetov created this monument for the year 2000 celebrations by marking the Paris Meridian, which helped establish the meter standard in the 18th century.
On July 14, 2000, thousands of French citizens gathered for a nationwide picnic along the meridian line, connecting communities across eight different regions.
The meridian path connects 337 municipalities through twenty departments, offering visitors opportunities to explore both urban centers and rural landscapes of France.
At the intersection with the 45th parallel in Ayrens, Cantal, trees form perpendicular lines marking the exact midpoint between the North Pole and the Equator.
Inception: 2000
GPS coordinates: 51.02872,2.33651
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
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