Square Saint-Gilles-Grand-Veneur, urban park in Paris, France
Square Saint-Gilles-Grand-Veneur is a small park in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, tucked between tall buildings and accessible only through narrow passages. It features neatly maintained lawns, climbing roses on trellises, and small paved paths designed in a traditional French garden style.
The park originated from a historic garden that once belonged to a 17th-century estate owner who organized royal hunts for the king. In 1988, this garden was transformed into a public park with added pathways and enhanced plantings.
The park has been named after Pauline Roland since 2010, honoring a woman who fought for women's rights and social justice in the 19th century. Her legacy connects this quiet corner to broader movements that shaped French society and culture.
The park is easy to reach on foot via Rue de Hesse or Rue des Arquebusiers, or by metro (Saint-Sébastien - Froissart or Chemin Vert stations). It is accessible for visitors with limited mobility, with gentle pathways and benches, though there are no toilets or cafes on site.
The park was once part of a hunting estate and now carries the history of two worlds: aristocratic heritage and modern tribute to a women's rights activist. This blend of old elegance and contemporary meaning makes it an unexpected historical site in the Marais.
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