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Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Paris) walks
Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Montagne Sainte-Geneviève
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.
From Île de la Cité to Porte d'Auteuil
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, an urban route that winds through the narrow streets of the 6th arrondissement before reaching the Church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and its Romanesque bell tower. We then cross the 7th arrondissement and its wide avenues, as well as the Seine, after passing through Île des Cygnes, at the end of which stands a replica of the Statue of Liberty. The route ends in the 16th arrondissement with a few mansions and Art Nouveau buildings.
Walks near Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Paris)
From the Louvre to the Bastille via the Tour Saint-Jacques
An urban route steeped in history, where 16th- and 17th-century buildings stand alongside modern architecture. This is how you will go from the Palais Royal to the Forum des Halles, from the Church of Saint-Eustache to the Centre Beaubourg, and from the Tour Saint-Jacques to the Opéra Bastille. The itinerary winds its way through streets, alleys, passageways and gardens, offering visitors the chance to discover a rich and diverse heritage.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Pantin
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, this urban route first takes you through the Marais district, dotted with mansions. Then, under the sign of water, you walk along the Canal Saint-Martin and then the Bassin de la Villette. The route ends at the entrance to the Parc de La Villette.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Clignancourt
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, an urban route that crosses the Les Halles and Beaubourg districts, climbs the Butte Montmartre and descends to Clignancourt. Shopping streets, alleys, passageways and stairways await you.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Montreuil
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, this urban route starts on the banks of the Seine and then follows the Port de l'Arsenal on the Canal Saint-Martin. It then crosses the Roquette and Charonne districts and takes a few narrow streets and passages bordering the Père Lachaise Cemetery.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Courcelles
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, an urban route that starts at the Pont Neuf (the oldest bridge in Paris), the Cour Carrée and the Louvre Pyramid, and the Tuileries Garden. We then reach the luxurious Opéra district. Finally, we cross Haussmannian Paris, with a few twists and turns in Parc Monceau along the way.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Gentilly
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, this urban route crosses the 5th arrondissement, passing through ancient streets and past several churches. It then climbs the Butte aux Cailles and its streets decorated with murals. At the end of the hike, you can stroll through the picturesque Cité Florale.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Charenton
From the heart to the outskirts of the capital, an urban route that first crosses the Île de la Cité and the Île Saint-Louis. It continues along the banks of the Seine and then the Port de l'Arsenal. After passing by the Gare de Lyon, the route briefly follows the Coulée verte René Dumont. The walk ends via Square Saint-Éloi, the former Gare de Reuilly and Place Félix Éboué with its lion fountain.
Sundials and astronomical curiosities in Paris
A long urban trail on the theme of sundials and sites related to astronomy scattered throughout Paris: the Paris meridian, observatories, gnomons, etc. Best done on a sunny day so you can read the time along the way! The sundials are often high up, sometimes hidden by trees that have grown... you may have to search hard to find them.
The bestiary of Paris
This guide brings together around thirty urban routes that allow you to discover representations of animals in the capital: sculptures, building decorations, murals, etc.
From Châtelet to Austerlitz
A walk between Châtelet and Austerlitz, along picturesque streets rich in Parisian history with many points of interest: gardens, monuments, building facades, etc. Depending on your pace and curiosity, the route can take between two and four hours.