Square du Serment-de-Koufra, Urban park in 14th arrondissement, Paris, France
The square du Serment-de-Koufra is an urban park in the 14th arrondissement featuring walking paths, sports facilities, and planted areas. The grounds include different zones designed for strolling and spending time outdoors.
The park was created in 1930 to commemorate the oath taken by Colonel Philippe Leclerc in Koufra, Libya. This oath represented a commitment to fight for France's freedom and recovery.
The central alley bears the name Allée Clarissa-Jean-Philippe and functions as a memorial pathway through the space. It connects different sections and honors important figures from French history.
The park can be reached via Porte d'Orleans metro station and tram line 3a, with multiple entry points around the perimeter. Visitors can easily access different areas of the grounds.
This location marks where the 2nd Armored Division liberated Paris on August 25, 1944. It was a pivotal moment in the city's liberation from occupation.
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