Redoute de Gravelle, Paris

Name: Redoute de Gravelle
Address: Paris, France

#487 among attractions in Paris

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The redoute de Gravelle is a fort in Joinville-le-Pont, situated to the south-east of Vincennes in Paris. Built under Louis-Philippe, from 1968 it housed the École nationale de police de Paris, before becoming an illegal immigrants detention centre. Its south face is decorated with Auguste Arnaud's statue of a skirmisher, formerly placed next to one of a zouave on the old pont de l'Alma, but moved to its present position after the construction of the A4 autoroute in 1973. The statue is visible from the A4. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°49'9"N, 2°27'16"E

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Redoute de Gravelle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bois de Vincennes, Hippodrome de Vincennes, Bois de Vincennes, Arboretum de l'École du Breuil.

1 miNW
Sprawling urban park with trails and a zoo
Bois de Vincennes, Paris
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~910 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Horse track
Hippodrome de Vincennes, Paris
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Hippodrome de Vincennes is a venerable racecourse known for its harness racing events. This prestigious venue draws in equine enthusiasts and curious tourists alike, offering a unique glimpse into the world of French horse racing.
1.2 miN
Natural attraction, Lake, Body of water
Bois de Vincennes, Paris
30 min walk • The Bois de Vincennes, located on the eastern edge of Paris, is the largest public park in the city. It was created between 1855 and 1866 by Emperor Napoleon III. The park is next to the Château de Vincennes, a former residence of the Kings of France.
~1530 ftNE
Botanical garden, Park
Arboretum de l'École du Breuil, Paris
8 min walk • The Arboretum de l'École du Breuil is a municipal arboretum located on the Route de la Ferme in the southeast corner of the Bois de Vincennes, Paris, France. It now forms part of the Jardin botanique de la Ville de Paris.
0.6 miE
City hall
Joinville Studios, Montreuil
15 min walk • The Joinville Studios were a film studio in Paris which operated between 1910 and 1987. They were one of the leading French studios, with major companies such as Pathé and Gaumont making films there.
1.3 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Pavillon Baltard, Paris
35 min walk • Pavillon Baltard is a concert hall located in Nogent-sur-Marne, France. The structure, which was built in the 1850s by French architect Victor Baltard, was originally located in the heart of Paris before being moved to its current location in 1974.
1.7 miNE
Area
Nogent-sur-Marne, Paris
44 min walk • Nogent-sur-Marne is a commune in the eastern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located 10.6 km from the centre of Paris. Nogent-sur-Marne is a sous-préfecture of the Val-de-Marne département, being the seat of the Arrondissement of Nogent-sur-Marne.
0.6 miW
Area
Saint-Maurice, Paris
15 min walk • Saint-Maurice is a commune in the southeastern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located 6.8 km from the center of Paris. The insane asylum Charenton was located in Saint-Maurice; it is now a psychiatric hospital.
1.6 miSW
Area
Maisons-Alfort, Paris
40 min walk • Maisons-Alfort is a commune in the southeastern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located 8.4 km from the center of Paris. Maisons-Alfort is famous as the location of the National Veterinary School of Alfort.
0.6 miE
Area
Joinville-le-Pont, Paris
15 min walk • Joinville-le-Pont is a commune in the southeastern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located 9.4 km from the center of Paris.
1.3 miNE
Forts and castles
Beauté-sur-Marne, Montreuil
35 min walk • Beauté-sur-Marne was a royal castle near Vincennes, situated on the territory of the current commune of Nogent-sur-Marne. "Of all the pleasant and agreeable places one can find in this world, built in a suitable way, gay and pretty, to live and reside, that which is at the end...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Redoute de Gravelle?

Nearby attractions include Hippodrome de Vincennes, Paris (5 min walk), Lac de Gravelle, Paris (7 min walk), Arboretum de l'École du Breuil, Paris (8 min walk), Joinville Studios, Montreuil (15 min walk).

How to get to Redoute de Gravelle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Redoute de Gravelle:

Bus

Hippodrome de Vincennes • Lines: 77 (5 min walk)
Roseraie • Lines: 111 (5 min walk)

Train

Joinville-le-Pont (12 min walk)
Saint-Maur Créteil (31 min walk)

Metro

Maisons-Alfort — Stade • Lines: 8 (29 min walk)