Louise Michel (Paris Metro) facts for kids
The Louise Michel station is a stop on the Paris Métro system, serving Line 3. It is located in a town called Levallois-Perret, which is just northwest of Paris, the capital city of France.
History of the Station
This metro station has an interesting history, including a name change!
Original Name: Vallier
Before the year 1946, the station was known by a different name: Vallier. This name came from a tall mountain (2,839 meters high) located in the Pyrenees mountain range. This mountain is close to a valley called Val d'Aran.
Renamed for Louise Michel
On May 1, 1946, the station's name was changed to Louise Michel. This was done to honor a very important French woman named Louise Michel. She was a brave and famous figure in French history who fought for what she believed in. She was known for her strong ideas about fairness and equality for everyone.
