Quartier Daumesnil

The Daumesnil district is home to an underground transfer station on the Paris Métro, served by Lines 6 and 8. The stations are located in the 12th arrondissement beneath Boulevard de Reuilly and Rue de Reuilly, near Place Félix-Éboué. The area is named after Avenue Daumesnil, which runs through this square. The station's history dates back to 1909, when Line 6 opened, while Line 8 did not go into service until 1931, in connection with the Colonial Exhibition. Architecturally, both stations feature elliptical vaults and the Andreu-Motte decor, which was installed during renovations in the 1970s and 1980s. The walls are lined with white tiles, with accent colors of red or blue depending on the line. You'll find all the entrances on Place Félix-Éboué, marked by striking Art Deco candelabras by Adolphe Dervaux as well as an Art Nouveau element by Hector Guimard. The station serves as an important transportation hub in the eastern part of the city.