Aubervilliers Facts for Kids

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Aubervilliers is a busy town, also known as a commune, located in France. It's part of the Seine-Saint-Denis department, which is just north of Paris. This town is a lively place with a mix of history and modern life.

Exploring Aubervilliers
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Exploring Aubervilliers

Aubervilliers is a town with a rich past and a vibrant present. It's known for its industrial history and its diverse community. Many people from different backgrounds call Aubervilliers home, making it a very interesting place.

Where is Aubervilliers Located?

Aubervilliers is situated in the northern suburbs of Paris. It's very close to the capital city, which means it has good connections to Paris and other nearby areas. Being so close to a major city like Paris gives Aubervilliers a special role in the region.

A Glimpse into Aubervilliers' History

Aubervilliers has a long history, dating back many centuries. It was once a small village, but it grew a lot during the Industrial Revolution. Factories and workshops were built, and many people moved there to work. This made Aubervilliers an important industrial center.

During the 19th and 20th centuries, the town continued to grow. It played a part in the history of Paris, including events like the Paris Commune in 1871, when the Fort d'Aubervilliers was involved. Over time, some of the old industries changed or moved, but the town kept developing. Today, Aubervilliers is still an active and evolving place.

Getting Around Aubervilliers

Getting around Aubervilliers is easy thanks to its good public transport system. The town is served by the Paris Métro, with stations like Aubervilliers-Pantin-Quatre Chemins on Line 7. There are also train stations, such as La Courneuve-Aubervilliers, which is part of the RER B network.

In the past, Aubervilliers was also connected by many tramways. These old tram lines helped people travel around the town and to Paris. Today, buses and new tram lines continue to connect different parts of Aubervilliers and its surrounding areas.

Notable Places and Features

Aubervilliers has several interesting places to see. The Canal Saint-Denis runs through the town, which was important for transporting goods in the past. You can still see barges on the canal today.

The Church of Notre-Dame-des-Vertus is a historic building in the town. It has beautiful architecture and is a significant landmark. Aubervilliers also has modern housing estates and public spaces. The town is also home to the Zingaro Equestrian Theatre, a famous horse show.

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The square was once served by numerous tramways. The AR line (Aubervilliers - République), the Compagnie des tramways de Paris et du département de la Seine (TPDS) line and many others once terminated here.
...as well as an electric Imperial tram from TPDS which circulated on the Place de la République - Gare de l'Est - Parisian cemetery - Quatre Chemins - Aubervilliers line.
The Canal Saint-Denis at Aubervilliers
La Courneuve-Aubervilliers Station
Aubervilliers-Pantin-Quatre Chemins on Metro Line 7
Baptismal fonts in the Church of Notre-Dame-des-Vertus.
Prussian battery aimed at Paris during the insurrection of the Paris Commune at the Fort d’Aubervilliers. Liébert fired.
Aubervilliers in 1888. Map by the état-major.
The Nationale factory at the beginning of the 20th century
Interior of the Nationale factory
Canal Saint-Denis near Lock 2
The Canal Saint-Denis
Housing Estate
The Church of Notre-Dame-des-Vertus
The Inter-communal School under construction in 2011
Entry to the Zingaro Equestrian Theatre
Jack Ralite in Aubervilliers in 2011
Longwy steelworks near the Canal Saint-Denis in the early 20th century.
In the early 20th century industrial activity generated workers' organisations such as this co-operative store.
Housing Estate at Aubervilliers.
The Wikimedia Foundation Paris servers in the Telecity Centre in 2004.