Roule Collection

Panorama of the old village of Roule, now rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honore, 8th... Paris, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Panorama of the old village of Roule, now rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honore, 8th arrondissement, Paris, 1890

The rollercoaster at Roule, Paris, early 19th century
A gentleman helps a woman step down from a car after a descent down the rollercoaster at Roule (Place de Ternes). Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817

Roller coaster at the Barriere du Roule, Paris
Roller coaster at the Barriere du Roule (Place de Ternes, Paris). Fashionable women in bonnets and shawls riding cars down the rollercoaster

Interior View of Saint-Philippe-de-Roule, Paris (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
CJP107566 Interior View of Saint-Philippe-de-Roule, Paris (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Chalgrin, Jean Francois Therese (1739-1811) (circle of)

Un Juif roule dans un tonneau par les Romains (engraving)
3644907 Un Juif roule dans un tonneau par les Romains (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Juif roule dans un tonneau par les Romains)

Paris, France - Ecuries du Roi. Date: 1829

Paris, France - Eglise Saint Philippe du Roule. Date: 1821

General view from fort du Roule, Cherbourg, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The mountain and Fort du Roule, Cherbourg, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Road collapse, Paris
A collapse at Place Saint Philippe du Roule in Paris on 15th June 1910 as a direct result of prior damage caused during the severe flood which hit the capital in January of the same year. Date: 1910

Montagnes Russes 1818
Slide at the Barriere de la Roule, Paris

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"Roule: A Journey Through Parisian Thrills and Landmarks" Step back in time to the early 19th century, where the rollercoaster at Roule, Paris, took thrill-seekers on a wild ride of exhilaration. The Barriere du Roule was home to this daring attraction that left hearts racing and screams echoing through the air. But Roule wasn't just about adrenaline-pumping rides. It also housed Saint-Philippe-de-Roule, an enchanting church that stood as a testament to architectural beauty. With delicate pen and ink strokes combined with watercolors on paper, an interior view of this magnificent place of worship captures its grandeur. Intriguingly, even historical engravings found their way into Roule's narrative. One such engraving depicts a Jewish man rolling in a barrel while being pursued by Romans—an image that speaks volumes about resilience in the face of adversity. Beyond its captivating attractions and religious sanctuaries, Roule held other hidden gems within its borders. Ecuries du Roi showcased the equestrian prowess of Parisians while Eglise Saint Philippe du Roule provided solace for those seeking spiritual enlightenment. Venturing beyond Paris led us to Cherbourg—a picturesque French town known for Fort du Roule perched atop a mountain. From here, breathtaking panoramic views unfolded before our eyes—France Cherbourg revealed itself in all its glory. Yet not everything was picture-perfect within these city limits; road collapses were reminders of urban challenges faced by Parisians throughout history. These incidents served as testaments to resilience and adaptability—the very essence of life in this bustling metropolis. As we delve deeper into history's pages, Montagnes Russes emerges—an iconic roller coaster from 1818 that set new standards for thrills across Europe. Its legacy lives on today as it paved the way for modern-day amusement park rides that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.