Esplanade Nathalie-Sarraute

Nathalie-Sarraute Esplanade is a broad public plaza along Pajol Street in northern Paris with wide walkways and contemporary urban design. The space connects pedestrian paths with the renovated Pajol Hall complex and clearly separates different areas for movement and gathering.

The esplanade opened in 2013 following the conversion of former railway warehouses from the SNCF into a modern urban district. This transformation brought new life to an industrial zone that had served transportation functions for decades.

The esplanade is named after a Russian-born French writer whose innovative novels changed how French literature developed. Her name here honors her lasting influence on experimental writing and narrative forms.

The esplanade is easy to navigate on foot with direct access to a sports center, public library, and dining options. The wide pathways make it simple to move between different areas, and there are plenty of places to sit and rest.

The site incorporates a swimming center and school campus directly within its bounds, making them visible parts of the daily landscape. This mixing of recreation, education, and public space creates something unusual in a neighborhood setting.

Location: 18th arrondissement of Paris

Location: Quartier de la Chapelle

Inception: 2013

Part of: road network of Paris

Shares border with: Rue Pajol

GPS coordinates: 48.88850,2.36251

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25