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Canal Saint-Denis walks
The Petite Ceinture in the 20th arrondissement, La Mouzaïa and the Bassin de la Villette
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4.24 mi
+184 ft
-295 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Paris
A stroll through the 20th and 19th arrondissements of Paris, taking in their diverse neighbourhoods. We cross Ménilmontant, roughly following the old Petite Ceinture railway line, then take a look at the old Belleville aqueduct. The neighbourhood around Rue de la Mouzaïa reveals its sloping streets lined with small houses decorated with flowers. We finish at the edge of the Bassin de la Villette and the Canal Saint-Denis.
Historical route through Saint-Denis and walk along the canal
3.91 mi
+62 ft
-13 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Denis (Seine-Saint-Denis) (Seine-Saint-Denis)
The first stage of this urban journey consists of two distinct sections. The first section, the historical trail, invites us to trace the passage of time from the legend of Saint-Denis and the city’s origins right up to the 21st century, with the help of some twenty richly documented information points. Next, we follow the Canal Saint-Denis along its pedestrian quay back to Paris.
A walk around Parc de la Villette
1.62 mi
+26 ft
-10 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Paris
Situated alongside the Canal Saint-Denis and the Canal de l’Ourcq, the Parc de la Villette combines old industrial buildings, modern architecture, sites dedicated to science and culture, and a multitude of small themed gardens. This short walk takes you through the park, with plenty of detours, to discover this diverse heritage.
The Petite Ceinture in Paris
36.37 mi
+863 ft
-863 ft
10 days
Easy
Departure from Paris
A tour of Paris following the route of the former Petite Ceinture railway line! A highly varied itinerary, reflecting the diversity of the arrondissements it passes through, which focuses on the converted sections of the old railway line, squares and gardens, and the narrow streets and passageways away from traffic.
The Ourcq Canal and La Villette Park
6.20 mi
+23 ft
-39 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Paris
During this urban walk, you will discover the extraordinary architecture and gardens of the Parc de la Villette, as well as countless artistic and historical sites that make this stroll along the Canal de l’Ourcq a unique and authentic Parisian cultural itinerary.
Along the water’s edge through various parks north of Paris
10.99 mi
+180 ft
-141 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Épinay-sur-Seine (Seine-Saint-Denis)
A walk that follows the water’s edge, starting from Épinay-sur-Seine station, with a view of Fort de la Briche from the Île Saint-Denis Departmental Park. The route passes by the Basilica of Saint-Denis, then through Madeleine Riffaud Park, before heading into the Coulée Verte green corridor alongside the ponds of the Georges Valbon Departmental Park.
Walks near Canal Saint-Denis
The ‘Promenade du Bœuf Gras’ in Paris
4.92 mi
+10 ft
-66 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Paris
A walk through the north-eastern districts of Paris, from the former abattoirs at La Villette to the former Les Halles market, via the Porte Saint-Denis, following in the footsteps of processions that are no longer held today. It offers the chance to enjoy a pleasant stroll along the canals that characterise this part of the capital and to seek out a few depictions of animals.
From Porte de la Villette to Gare de Lyon
10.98 mi
+249 ft
-285 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Paris
This urban route allows you to discover a large number of parks situated on the edge of the ring road in eastern Paris. Serving as an introduction tothe GR®75, it runs partly through the Bois de Vincennes and passes close to several other notable sites such as the Philharmonie, the Cité des Sciences and the Père Lachaise Cemetery. As you pass through the many parks, you might feel as though you’re far from the city, even though it’s only a stone’s throw away.
In the heights of Paris: Buttes Chaumont, Butte Bergeyre, Belleville
4.90 mi
+436 ft
-469 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Paris
The third stage of this urban journey crosses the north-eastern districts of Paris, including the lively Belleville neighbourhood. We wind our way through the Parc des Buttes Chaumont and then climb the discreet Butte Bergeyre, which offers an original view of Montmartre. We then pass by the Rue Piat viewpoint, which offers a panoramic view. A few touches of urban heritage and street art, as well as a walk along the Canal Saint-Martin, complete the picture.
La Villette, La Chapelle and the passages of the 18th arrondissement
4.21 mi
+30 ft
-16 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Paris
A walk through the revitalised neighbourhoods of Paris’s 19th and 18th arrondissements. The Jardins d’Éole and Rosa Luxemburg add a lovely touch of greenery. By the end of the walk, the narrow streets and passageways make you forget the main thoroughfares.
The bestiary of Belleville, Père Lachaise and Nation
4.99 mi
+144 ft
-328 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Paris
This urban route crosses the 20th arrondissement of Paris from north to south in search of animal representations. From Place des Fêtes to Place de la Nation via the charming Église de Charonne, you will mainly walk along quiet streets and a few pleasant passages and alleys.
From the Butte du Chapeau Rouge to the Wall of Love
7.05 mi
+522 ft
-538 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Paris
A very pleasant walk through the parks of north-east Paris, ending in Montmartre.
Alleyways, footpaths and passages in Pantin, Le Pré Saint-Gervais and Les Lilas
5.83 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Pantin (Seine-Saint-Denis)
This is an exotic and green route on the outskirts of Paris, in a highly urbanised environment. The first part takes you through small streets, passageways and "villas", with small houses of diverse architecture and some street art. After crossing two wooded parks, the route runs alongside the Canal de l'Ourcq and ends in the Parc de la Villette.
A visit to Belleville Cemetery
1.13 mi
+23 ft
-43 ft
0h 30
Easy
Departure from Paris
A visit to the highest-altitude cemetery within Paris city limits, which boasts a rich variety of plant life and is home to the graves of several notable figures. A monument within the cemetery and a church outside it evoke a painful episode in the history of the Paris Commune.
In the footsteps of Georges Brassens: Belleville and Canal Saint-Martin
4.84 mi
+43 ft
-279 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Paris
In this first section of our "Brassens" walk, we first pass through the Belleville and Ménilmontant neighbourhoods, with their narrow streets, footpaths and stairways. Then, after crossing the symbol-rich Place de la République, we walk along the charming Canal Saint-Martin.
In the footsteps of Georges Brassens in Paris
18.87 mi
+394 ft
-646 ft
4 days
Easy
Departure from Paris
Originally from Sète, Georges Brassens (1921–1981) lived in Paris for around forty years and frequently referred to the city in his songs. This route takes you through Paris, passing by places where Brassens lived or worked, as well as sites that are directly or indirectly linked to some of his songs. Rich in heritage and passing through a variety of neighbourhoods, this city route is not just for die-hard ‘Brassens fans’.