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Plaisance, Administrative quarter in 14th arrondissement, Paris, France

The Plaisance quarter covers 178.5 hectares within the 14th arrondissement of Paris, extending from Paris-Montparnasse station to Place de Catalogne.

The quarter inherited its name from a 17th-century farm located on Rue du Château, which gained recognition through leaseholder Alexandre Chauvelot in the mid-19th century.

During the early 19th century, the northern section of Plaisance attracted literary figures like Victor Hugo and Alexandre Dumas to its entertainment establishments.

The quarter maintains a population density of 32,061 inhabitants per square kilometer, offering residential spaces with access to shops, cafes, and public transportation.

Before its incorporation into Paris in 1860, the area contained hunting grounds, windmills, and quarries operated by neighboring communities.

Location: 14th arrondissement of Paris

GPS coordinates: 48.83050,2.31417

Latest update: May 26, 2025 09:28

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