Although the business district attracts nearly 8 million tourists every year, Courbevoie is not only about that. With several monuments listed in the general inventory of the cultural heritage of France, a few museums and a very large number of works of art, the city has a lot to offer. Small hamlet of fishermen and wine growers in ancient times, Courbevoie developed in the Middle Ages and depended on the parish of Colombes until the end of the 18th century.
Its population doubled under the reign of Louis XV when it was transformed into a garrison town. Although the cultivation of vines remained an important activity until the end of the 19th century, the city turned resolutely towards industry thanks to the development of crafts, industry and the railroad.
Although the historical heritage of the city of Courbevoie is modest, it remains a notable witness to the city's past over the centuries. Historical city. Despite its origins dating back to the Gallo-Roman era and a strong expansion in the Middle Ages, the city of Courbevoie has not preserved any vestige of these eras.
The First and Second World Wars had a considerable impact on the city's heritage as it was the target of numerous bombings. However, Courbevoie is home to a number of heritage treasures that are worth a visit. Among the most remarkable is the Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul church, built during the French Revolution, which was classified as a historical monument in At the other end of the park, you can admire the no less original India Pavilion, also registered as a historical monument.
Developed in the early s, the district is mostly made up of high buildings housing mainly offices. The most famous of these buildings, but also the most emblematic of the district, is certainly the Grande Arche which houses, in addition to offices, a restaurant and a panoramic terrace with a breathtaking view. It is also a university and training center of excellence that welcomes over 45, students.
