Rue du Poilu

  • Historic site and monument
Rue du Poilu, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer
Formerly Carriera Drecha (straight street). As in all cities of the Middle Ages, it was the street that crossed the city from one side to the other.
Moreover, at each end there was a gate that marked the end of the town. It then took the name of Rue du Poilu, in memory of the soldiers of the First World War who used it to get to the station from the citadel. The name "Poilu" referred to someone courageous in colloquial language.

Location

Location

Rue du Poilu
Rue du Poilu, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer

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Spoken languages
  • French
Updated on 12 March 2025 at 14:35
by Office de Tourisme Métropolitain Nice Côte d'Azur
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