Former rural village, Aubervilliers is now one of the most important cities in the department of Seine-Saint-Denis. Formerly known as Notre-Dame-des-Vertus, the town was the mid-fourteenth century to the late eighteenth century an important place of pilgrimage because of a miracle appeared in one of the churches.
Aubervilliers has expanded significantly with the arrival of the Industrial Revolution, becoming a center of the Parisian suburbs today. Old, the city also has an important architectural and historical heritage, especially in the old center. Culture has pride of place in this city which has developed a range of rich and varied entertainment.
Modern city in the Paris suburbs, Aubervilliers has none less interesting old heritage and a rich cultural life. The Notre-Dame-des-Vertus is surely the most beautiful site in the whole city. Located in the heart of the old center, it was built in the fifteenth century under Francis. The windows, rebuilt after the destruction of World War II, reveal the different miracles that took place in the church. The church was an important place of pilgrimage between the fourteenth century and the late eighteenth, following the appearance of the Virgin to a child in The council has the distinction of hosting in its interior the war memorial in the city.
Green spaces abound in Aubervilliers like Stalingrad square installed in the nineteenth century. The Canal Saint-Denis is also a promenade popular with city residents. Built in the mid-nineteenth century, the fort of Aubervilliers is one of sixteen military works which were aimed at protecting Paris. Historically, Aubervilliers never lacked dynamism and life, highlighting the culture and the arts. Aubercail in April, is a festival of the word, offering recitations, concerts and other events around the French language.
In September, the In Situ festival is housed in strong Aubervilliers to offer the work of contemporary and urban artists. Have your say Add to itinerary Open map.
