5082 m² of asphalt cover Place de l'Esplanade in Biel, a public square that reflects the city's ongoing changes and urban planning debates.
Synopsis
5082 m² of asphalt cover Place de l'Esplanade in Biel, a public square that reflects the city's ongoing changes and urban planning debates.
Synopsis
Place de l'Esplanade in Biel spans 5082 m² of asphalt between the Palais des Congrès and the Coupole, a youth centre established in 1968. The square reflects the city's history of upheaval and economic decline. Urban planning debates continue to shape the area, revealing tensions around public space and community identity in a bilingual environment. Director Jan Buchholz captures these dynamics in a 77-minute documentary.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the transformation of Biel's public spaces.
- Find out about the history of Place de l'Esplanade.
- Meet the community around the Autonomous Youth Centre.
Did You Know
- Place de l'Esplanade covers 5082 m² of asphalt.
- The Autonomous Youth Centre was founded in 1968.
- The Palais des Congrès is a representative modernist building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size of Place de l'Esplanade?
Place de l'Esplanade covers an area of 5082 m².
What are the notable buildings near Place de l'Esplanade?
Place de l'Esplanade is located between the Palais des Congrès and the Coupole, the Autonomous Youth Centre.
When was the Coupole founded?
The Coupole, the Autonomous Youth Centre, was founded in 1968.
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