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La tour First

Chaque semaine, la Gazette de la Défense vous propose une confrontation entre une photographie d’archives et une vue actuelle du quartier d’affaires, pour mieux cerner la transformation radicale qu’a connue la Défense depuis ses débuts, à l’orée des années 1960.

Aujourd’hui plus haute tour de France, devant la tour Montparnasse mais bientôt dépassée par The Link, la tour First n’a pas toujours dominé le paysage de la Défense. À l’origine, son sommet ne culminait qu’à 159 mètres de haut. C’était le cas à son inauguration en 1974, lorsqu’elle ne portait que l’appellation technique CB31. Imaginée par l’architecte et urbaniste français Pierre Dufau, elle fut édifié pour le compte de l’Union des Assurances de Paris et pris rapidement le nom de « Tour Assur ».

L’architecture de l’édifice se veut symbolique, en forme d’étoile à trois branches qui partent toutes trois du noyau de la tour. Une référence au groupe UAP, né de la fusion de trois compagnies d’assurances. Une fusion néanmoins insuffisante pour faire le poids face au géant Axa, qui absorbe l’UAP en 1998 pour devenir le premier groupe d’assurance mondial. La tour change ainsi de main et de nom, une nouvelle fois, avant de se métamorphoser complètement une dizaine d’années plus tard.

Devenue obsolète, elle fait l’objet d’une réhabilitation intégrale, qui comprend le remplacement de sa façade mais aussi un exhaussement de plusieurs étages, portant la hauteur de la tour à 231 mètres en tenant compte de sa flèche. « La tour First est l’une des opérations de rénovation les plus spectaculaires de La Défense, s’enthousiasme Paris la Défense, organisme public aménageur et gestionnaire du quartier d’affaires. La surélévation de 50 mètres de la tour existante n’est qu’un des aspects du défi technique de ce projet qui a réalisé entre autres l’élargissement des plateaux existants et la démolition-reconstruction du noyau central ».

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Tour First (previously known as Tour UAP between 1974–1998, and as Tour Axa between 1998–2007) is an office skyscraper in Courbevoie, in La Défense, the business district of the Paris metropolitan area. Another Axa tower exists in New York City, US, which is 228.6 m (751 ft) tall; Tour AXA in Montreal, Quebec, Canada was completed in 1974 and is 104 m (341 ft).

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La Défense is a pivotal area in Paris known for its dense congregation of skyscrapers, offices, and modern buildings, forming one of Europe’s largest business quarters. Situated just west of Paris’s city limits, within the Hauts-de-Seine department, it merges within the municipalities of Courbevoie, Nanterre, and Puteaux. At its heart, the Grande Arche—a 20th-century version of the Arc de Triomphe—dominates the skyline.

This district boasts various accommodations, retail centers like Les Quatre Temps, and abundant dining options. With extensive transport links, including the RER A and Metro Line 1, La Défense is a hub for employees and tourists alike. Its history is reflected through its architectural evolution and the seamless blend of culture, with artworks and events enriching the public space.

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La Défense is Paris’s premier business district , encapsulating a seamless blend of modern architecture with historical depth. This district’s offerings encompass:

• Grande Arche de La Défense : An imposing, contemporary arch paralleling the historic Arc de Triomphe
• Sculptures and Art : Notable works like ‘La Défense de Paris’ saluting the soldiers of the Franco-Prussian War
• Tour Initiale : The district’s pioneering office tower
• Historical Tours : Guided expeditions through La Défense’s evolution
• Skyscrapers : Innovative towers punctuating Paris’s skyline

Visitors savor the juxtaposition of cutting-edge structures against Paris’s storied past.

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This guided walking tour will lead you to La Défense, the major business district of Paris. You will discover the history and architecture of La Défense...

• Location :   La Défense
• Duration :   1h30
• Access by Public Transport :   La Défense station
• Language :   English

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Built at the end of the historic Louvre-Concorde-Arc-de-Triomphe historical axis of Paris, La Défense is the first European business district . From the CNIT to the Grande Arche, from the first towers of the 1960s to the more recent ones such as D2 or Majunga, the area reserves beautiful surprises signed by internationally reputed architects. Even now, renovations, developments, and new buildings allow the area to constantly reinvent itself.

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Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour: Plan your visit

Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour is taking at Paris La Défense Arena for 4 dates on May 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2024. Here are some points to help you in your preparation for these concerts as well as key times.

9, 10, 11 & 12 MAY, 2024

• 4.45pm  : Gates open
• 6.30pm  : Show time

Merch stands open on May, 7 th , 10.00am

ATTENTION : Times do not vary according to concert dates. Don’t forget to download your ticket before the concert.

Please click here for concert key information.

• You can reach Paris La Défense Arena by public transportation, bike or by car.
• We recommend that you use public transportation!
• We recommend that you do not arrive at Paris La Défense Arena before the day of the concert indicated on your ticket. We do our utmost to welcome you and make your experience as smooth as possible from the moment you arrive. Access to the security checkpoints is not only organized by order of arrival in the queue, but also takes into account the ticket category and overall security checkpoint congestion.
• Print out your e-ticket, or make sure you have enough battery power on your phone for mobile reading.
• We are reinforcing bag checks upon arrival. Authorized bags must be less than 10L. Bags and containers, bottles, water bottles, helmets, alcoholic beverages, cameras and unauthorized cameras are prohibited (for more information, see our prohibited items link).
• Don’t stand in front of the venue during the concerts: the hall is very well insulated, so you won’t hear anything from outside Paris La Défense Arena.

The color code indicated on your ticket (yellow, red or purple) helps you find your way around the venue, but does not indicate a mandatory checkpoint at the screening level. You can go directly to the entrances indicated below:

• Left Gold Pit access (Fosse Or Gauche) is via Entrance 32 ;
• Right Gold Pit access (Fosse Or Droite) is via Entrance 33 ;
• Pit Access (Fosse) is via Entrance 33 ;
• Level 1 access (Doors 101 to 118 indicated on the ticket) is via Entrances 5, 34 and 60 ;
• Level 4 access (Doors 401 to 421 indicated on the ticket) is via Entrances 8, 48 and 56 ;
• Hospitality Lodges & Lounge access is via Entrances 21, 39 and 55 ;
• Entrance 38 (seats on Level 1, Doors 101 to 118, indicated on ticket);
• Entrance 56 (seats on Level 4, Doors 401 to 421 indicated on ticket).

Early VIP Packages will be admitted via the Entrances indicated in the e-mail.

For all PRM/PWD ticket holders, a medical certificate or proof of disability and an ID card are required. Click here to find all the information about accessibility.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

We strongly advise you to come to the concert by public transport. For further information, visit the RATP website. RATP and SNCF guarantee fast, safe access to the venue:

• Metro : Ligne 1 La Défense
• RER A : La Défense – Grande Arche or Nanterre Préfecture
• Tramway T2 : La Défense
• TER : La Défense

Find all the information on the itinerary page here!

TAXI & VTC

Get home safely with the Taxi and VTC dedicated areas located around Paris La Défense Arena. Drop-off locations are:

• Rue de Valmy, Puteaux, France
• Bd des Bouvets, Nanterre, France

TWO-WHEELERS

Paris La Défense Arena is accessible by two-wheelers, and the parking lot is located on the Nanterre side of Place Nelson Mandela. Please note that there are no security guards. We advise you to use public transportation.

• From Versailles : take “sortie 35 –Chatou / Rueil 2000”, then follow “La Défense” signage on the “D991” then “D913” – Follow venue signage when on “Boulevard circulaire de la Défense”.
• From Saint Denis : Take “sortie 2 – Colombes/Bezons/La Garenne colombes” – then follow “La Garenne-Colombes” on “D992” then “La Défense”.

It is forbidden to bring into the Paris La Défense Arena any dangerous or illicit object that is bulky, that could be used as a projectile, that could be a danger to spectators, visitors or artists, or that could be diverted from its intended use for malicious purposes. The following are therefore prohibited:

• bags and containers larger than 10 liters,
• plastic bottles and flasks under 50cl are permitted,
• glass and metal containers over 50cl are prohibited
• alcoholic beverages,
• any rolling objects,
• unauthorized cameras are forbidden and will be deposited in a locker.

Only prohibited and non-hazardous items are accepted for deposit. Containers larger than 20in x 8in x 15in (10ga) are not accepted for deposit or on site.

Find the complete list of prohibited items in the drop-down menu below:

PERSONAL ITEMS | CLOTHING

• ANY MATERIAL OR ARTICLE OF CLOTHING, ETC., CAPABLE OF FULLY OR PARTIALLY OBSCURING THE FACE, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF MEDICAL MASKS AND OR RELIGIOUS GARMENTS/WEAR, ARE ALLOWED ON THE PREMISES.
• No clothing, costume, or personal effects that may impede the view of those around or behind you.
• No handcuffs or other restraint items
• No animals (except for certified disability service animals)
• No chains, chain wallets, studded jewelry or spurs
• No bicycles, scooters, skateboards, skates, segways, or other unauthorized means of transportation
• No coolers, thermoses, metal water bottles, or ice chests
• No umbrellas
• No strollers
• No noise-making devices such as air horns, bells, bullhorns, thunder sticks, whistles
• No briefcases, bags, luggage, purses larger than a clutch bag or non-clear bags (except as noted below)

44cm – TALL 22cm – WIDE 15cm – DEEP

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WEAPONS | DANGEROUS MATERIALS & OBJECTS

• No weapons of any kind (guns, ammo, knives of any size, tasers, pepper spray/mace, etc.) This also applies to off-duty law enforcement and concealed carry permit holders.
• No flammables or missile-like objects, fireworks, road flares, emergency flares, explosives, or other incendiary devices
• No aerosol containers, including sunscreen, pepper spray, bug spray, or spray paint.
• No balloons, frisbees, projectiles, horns, radios, bells, whistles, musical instruments, laser pointers, sticks, poles, bats, clubs, etc.
• No items that may be deemed a safety hazard or annoyance to participants or guests

CONSUMABLES

• No outside alcoholic beverages
• No outside food or beverages
• No illegal substances
• No glass or metal containers of any kind

SIGNAGE | ADVERTISING | PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

• No distribution of unauthorized promotional or commercial material
• No flyers, samples, giveaways, or promotional items
• No banners or poles
• No signs larger than 11” x 17”
• No political signage

ELECTRONICS | CAMERAS | RECORDING DEVICES

• NO PROFESSIONAL OR COMMERCIAL CAMERAS/PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT, VIDEO CAMERAS, GOPROS, AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES, OR TRIPODS; NO VIDEO OR AUDIO RECORDING WILL BE ALLOWED (EXCEPT PERSONAL CELL PHONES)
• No selfie sticks
• No lights or battery packs
• No two-way radios or walkie talkies
• No laptop computers, tablets, digital readers or iPads.

We recommend that you buy your tickets only from authorized distributors (Ticketmaster & Paris La Défense Arena website). The illicit resale of tickets via certain internet platforms has increased, harming audiences, artists and entertainment professionals alike. Speculation on tickets resold at exorbitant prices (beyond their true value), counterfeit tickets, duplicates of the same ticket resold several times… buying on these sites involves many risks, not least the risk of not being able to attend the show.

In France, the law of March 12, 2012 prohibits tickets resale without the promoter’s authorization.

Holders of disability and priority cards will be granted dedicated access when they arrive at the entrance. People with reduced mobility will enter via Entrance 38 , on presentation of a medical certificate or proof of disability and an identity card.

If you are arriving from the parking lot, you can enter via entrance 5 , but don’t hesitate to call on the reception staff as soon as you arrive. Spectators should always bring their card with them when they come to Paris La Défense Arena.

A drop-off and pick-up point is available at the following address: 57 rue des longues Raies 92000 NANTERRE. For more information, click here!

Paris La Défense Arena offers free WIFI access. As soon as you arrive, connect to the “ParisLaDefArena_Public” network to share your unique experience. Accessing the WI-FI network is easy:

• Connect to the free WI-FI network “ParisLaDefArena_Public “.
• Open a web page to automatically access the portal.
• Enter your e-mail address and accept the terms of use.

A wide choice of catering is available inside and outside the venue, where you can enjoy a varied selection of products to suit your current tastes: cold, hot, sweet, savoury…

OUR FOOD STANDS

In the heart of Paris La Défense Arena, you’ll find our TOPIVO food stands. Here we cook everything on the spot with fresh products chosen from the best on the market, we make our own fries, toast our bread, roll our sandwiches, grill our steaks, assemble our hot dogs, taste our pizzas, but above all, we love our customers! Discover all the food stands specialities here.

To help you prepare for your return, here are a few tips to avoid traffic jams and slowdowns:

If you are travelling by public transportation :

• Direction Paris : Go to La Défense station (Line 1 / RER A)
• Other directions: Meet at La Défense station for lines L & Tram 2
• If you are taking public transport to Saint-Germain en Laye, Cergy and Poissy , you can get to Nanterre Préfecture station and take the RER A.
• If you’re travelling by car , we recommend that you follow the signs for the A86 to get back to Nanterre.

VTC drop-off and pick-up points are located on :

Safe journey back to you all.

Black Eyed Peas : Plan your visit

Paris La Défense Arena: A responsible and sustainable DNA

Year of construction: 2020 Architects : IF Architects Area: 51,181 sq.m. Height: 150 m, 38 storeys

Address: 4 place des Saisons - 92400 Courbevoie Nearest parking lot: Saisons Nearest public transport: Esplanade de La Défense

The Alto Tower is located partly in place of the Saisons office building which was demolished in 2016. Delivered in 2020, the tower is connected to the Boulevard Circulaire by a new gently sloping forecourt, renamed Place Zaha Hadid, and linked to Place des Saisons. It thus offers a privileged location and easy access. It is accompanied by the creation of a ground floor retail outlet, Dubble .

With its flared shape, it has a façade covered with 3,800 glass scales, a singularity that harmoniously complements the skyline of Paris La Défense. The tower benefits from two open, protected and planted terraces on the 36th and 37th floors and also from the best environmental certification standards: HQE Exceptional and BREEAM Excellent.

Today, a dozen companies have set up shop in the tower and benefit from its services and terraces: Bureau Véritas (inspection institute), Pandora (jewellery), B2V (social protection), Optimind (risk management), Fujitsu technology solutions (new technologies), etc...

A word about the architect

IF Architects, based in Courbevoie, is a firm that stands out for its knowledge of the area and its multidisciplinary references, both in housing and in commercial and service sector projects. The agency was responsible for the now iconic vase-shaped form of the tower. IF Architects had to take into account the numerous constraints linked in particular to the limited floor space in order to succeed in imagining spacious office spaces by reducing the size of its core.

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La Defense Paris business district guided tour

Guided tour of la défense business district.

Explore the Parisian Manhattan, famous for the fascinating architectures of its skyscrappers. Not only is La Défense the most important business district in Europe, it is also an open air museum with more than 60 Modern Art pieces displayed in the pedestrian streets and gardens. Enjoy a great view from the top of the Grande Arche at 110 meters high (360 feet high).

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In front of the Takis fountain, at the exit of the metro stop Esplanade de la Defense (line 1)

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