Cour du Havre, courtyard in Paris, France
Cour du Havre is a small courtyard located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, near Saint-Lazare station. The space is surrounded by older buildings with simple facades, features stone paving, scattered seating areas, and occasional trees that create a quiet escape from the surrounding busy streets.
The courtyard was created between 1885 and 1888 during the rebuilding of Saint-Lazare station as part of Paris's broader urban modernization. In July 1918, the area was struck by an artillery shell explosion during World War I, marking a significant moment in the neighborhood's past.
The courtyard is easily accessible on foot and located near several metro lines and bus stops serving Saint-Lazare station. Parking in the area is limited, so public transit or walking remains the most practical way to reach this location.
A five-meter-tall sculpture by artist Arman titled L'Heure de tous stands near the courtyard, composed of stacked clocks. This artwork symbolizes the passage of time and reflects the rapid pace of urban life around the nearby train station.
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