Circuit tournant dans le cœur de Paris

Ce circuit de cinq étapes seulement, toutes accessibles par les transports en commun, propose une exploration du centre de la capitale et un voyage dans le temps depuis les fondations gallo-romaines de la ville.

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Stages of the route

This route needs several days, find the details below:

1. S
   

   Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Montagne Sainte-Geneviève

   6.18 km 24 m 32 m

   A journey into the medieval and even Gallo-Roman past of Paris, following in the footsteps of Sainte-Geneviève, whose namesake hill we climb, whose ancient sarcophagus can be seen in the church of Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, and whose statue can be seen in the Jardin du Luxembourg and on the Pont de la Tournelle. Among other sights, the itinerary follows a section of the old city wall built by Philippe Auguste and crosses the Arènes de Lutèce.

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2. 2
   

   The Philippe Auguste enclosure and the covered passages of the Sentier

   7.58 km 8 m 7 m

   This route on the right bank of the Seine takes us on a journey from medieval times to Art Nouveau. First, we discover the most important remains of Philippe Auguste's city walls and former mansions. We then wind our way through the Sentier district to explore several of its covered passages. This walk is best done during the week, as the covered passages are closed on certain days.

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3. 3
   

   The covered passages of the Montmartre and Saint-Martin suburbs

   6.34 km 20 m 10 m

   Between grand boulevards and covered passages, a walk through a lively neighbourhood of the capital. A walk to avoid on Sundays and public holidays when the covered passages may be closed.

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4. 4
   

   The Opera, Parc Monceau and the Chaillot district

   8.30 km 32 m 11 m

   A journey through Haussmannian Paris, discovering the architecture of the second half of the 19th century, with a detour to Parc Monceau and a few sites celebrating Franco-American friendship.

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5. E
   

   The Trocadéro esplanade and gardens, the Champs de Mars and the Invalides

   7.22 km 11 m 35 m

   A route that takes you to some of Paris's famous monuments on both banks of the Seine. You will pass through numerous gardens, some well-known and popular, others more secluded and offering a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle.

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