This is more than just another fan circulated rumor. Yes, it's absolutely true. During the initial planning stages, at least in the realm of promotional materials, New Orleans Square was in fact planned to be part of EuroDisneyland aka Disneyland Paris.
As you can see from the early promo booklet, the Imagineers led by Tony Baxter were designing with the possibility of bringing this beloved Disneyland themed area to France. So beloved is this area, that for many park fans, it is considered the consummate blending of engineering and art- true Imagineering at its peak.
Would this have brought the iconic Pirates of the Caribbean over from Adventureland and the equally admired Phantom Manor from Frontierland? Or was this all just a marketing ploy to gain investors and visitors? Only Mr. Baxter and company know for sure.
(Art courtesy AngryAP.)
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