Avenue Émile Zola: history and sights
Served by: metro line 10.
Did you know?
Named after writer Émile Zola, leading figure of literary naturalism, famous for his commitment during the Dreyfus Affair with his open letter 'J'accuse...!'.
Anecdote
Zola's 1898 letter 'J'accuse...!' denounced a judicial error and deeply divided French society.
Around Avenue Émile Zola
- Parc André-Citroën, 1050 m away — A contemporary park on the banks of the Seine, laid out on the former Citroën factory site, with a tethered balloon.
- Rue Émile Zola, 40 m away — A lively shopping street in the 15th arrondissement, lined with local shops.
- Île aux Cygnes, 750 m away — A narrow artificial island on the Seine, offering a peaceful walk and a replica of the Statue of Liberty.