The Last Original Standard Metre
mètre étalon
An overlooked marble is the only surviving in-place 18th century example of the measurement that changed how we define distance.

📜 A marble slab in Paris, one of the original standard meters from the French Revolution.
🔍 Located at 36, rue Vaugirard, it marks a pivotal moment in measurement history.

Why Go

🏛️ Witness a unique historical artifact
💡 Learn about the origins of the metric system
🚶 Easy to combine with a visit to Luxembourg Garden

Why Avoid

👀 Easy to miss, small and unassuming

Tips

➡️ Look to the right of the arcade when facing the Palais du Luxembourg.

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