Georges Brassens in Paris in Département de Paris, Île-de-France, France — Western Europe
Parc Georges-Brassens (1991)
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, April 28, 2024
1. Parc Georges-Brassens (1991) Marker
Jusqu'au XVIIIe siècle, vigne et légumes ont été cultivés sur ces terrains où furent construits (1884), puis démolis (1974-1975), les abattoirs de Vaugirard. Organisé autour d'un bassin, ce parc compte quelques vestiges: beffroi, criée, ancienne halle aux chevaux. Deux taureaux, œuvres du sculpteur animalier Auguste Caïn (1821-1894), marquent l'entrée principale du parc. Un buste de Brassens par Creck et un âne attelé, œuvre du sculpteur François-Xavier Lalanne (1927- 2008), agrémentent les lieux.
Une vigne de 720 pieds de pinot noir, un rucher pédagogique et un potager contribuent au développement de la biodiversité. Très complet avec ses grandes pelouses, son Jardin des senteurs, sa roseraie, son kiosque à musique, son marché aux livres anciens, il fait aussi e bonheur des enfants : terrain d'escalade, balançoires (payantes), manège (payant), promenades en poney (payantes) et théâtre de marionnettes (payant).
Georges Brassens (1921-1981), poet and
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Until the 18th century, vines and vegetables were grown on these lands where later the Vaugirard slaughterhouses were built (1884) and then demolished (1974-1975). Organized around a pond, this park has a few remains of the past that are visible: the belfry, auction area, the old horse market. Two bulls, as well, the works of the animal sculptor Auguste Caïn (1821-1894), mark the main entrance to the park. A bust of Brassens by Creck and a harnessed donkey, work of the sculptor François-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008), adorn the place.
A 720-foot Pinot Noir vineyard, an educational apiary and a vegetable garden contribute to the park’s biodiversity. Very complete with its large lawns, scent garden, rose garden, bandstand, and antique book market, it also delights children: climbing ground, swings (fee), merry-go-round (fee), pony rides (fee) and puppet theater (fee).
Erected by Ville de Paris.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. In
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, April 28, 2024
2. Parc Georges-Brassens (1991) Marker - wide view
The marker is visible here mounted to the gate by the main entrance.
Location. 48° 49.936′ N, 2° 18.027′ E. Marker is in Paris, Île-de-France, in Département de Paris. It is in Georges Brassens. It is on Rue des Morillons, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Paris, Île-de-France 75015, France. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, a coastal Mediterranean country, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a French colony and also the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Les abattoirs / The Slaughterhouses (within shouting distance of this marker); Emile Plaisant (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); La Ruche (about 240 meters away); Roger Corrouge (about 240 meters away); Alfred Boucher (1850-1934) (approx. 0.2 kilometers away); Equine Industry World War I Memorial (approx. 0.2 kilometers away); Paul Budant
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, April 28, 2024
3. Parc Georges-Brassens - lawn and belfry
Also see . . .
1. Georges Brassens ( Wikipedia).
Overview: Georges Charles Brassens (22 October 1921 – 29 October 1981) was a French singer-songwriter and poet.(Submitted on August 15, 2024.)
As an iconic figure in France, he achieved fame through his elegant songs with their harmonically complex music for voice and guitar and articulate, diverse lyrics. He is considered one of France's most accomplished postwar poets...
2. Les Abattoirs de Vaugirard (Atlas Obscura).
Overview: The site of slaughterhouses that once satisfied Parisians' taste for horse meat is now home to a park and book market.(Submitted on August 15, 2024.)
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, April 28, 2024
4. Parc Georges-Brassens - bulls at entrance (by Auguste Caïn)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 18, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 123 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 14, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
