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Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Paris) walks
From Île de la Cité to Porte d'Auteuil
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6.73 mi
+49 ft
-33 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Paris
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.
Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Montagne Sainte-Geneviève
3.84 mi
+79 ft
-105 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Paris
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.
Green spaces in Paris’s 6th arrondissement
5.04 mi
+171 ft
-200 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Paris
The sixth arrondissement of Paris is emblematic of Parisian elegance. A chic neighbourhood with legendary cafés, it has historical links to writers, philosophers and artists. It is as renowned for its intellectual heritage as it is for its architectural heritage, with its museums, art galleries and prestigious cultural institutions.
It boasts a dozen public squares and municipal gardens, including the famous Jardin du Luxembourg, which is managed by the state and will not be discussed here.
Walks near Église Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Paris)
The wildlife of the Opéra and Europe districts
3.66 mi
+108 ft
-33 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Paris
From the Louvre Museum to Place de Clichy, via Place de l'Opéra and Saint-Lazare station, this urban route explores the 1st, 2nd and 8th arrondissements of Paris in search of animal representations.
From the Louvre to the Bastille via the Tour Saint-Jacques
4.01 mi
+10 ft
-3 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Paris
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 the Île de la Cité to the Porte de Versailles
3.65 mi
+43 ft
-30 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Paris
From the heart of the capital to its outskirts, this urban walk takes you through the Latin Quarter before following the entire length of Paris’s longest street, Rue de Vaugirard. Along the way, you’ll come across Notre-Dame Cathedral (currently undergoing restoration), the Palais du Luxembourg and several churches dating from various periods.
From Île de la Cité to Porte de Pantin
6.26 mi
+79 ft
-23 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Paris
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
4.98 mi
+299 ft
-246 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Paris
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
5.38 mi
+118 ft
-39 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Paris
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
5.46 mi
+43 ft
-39 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Paris
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
3.78 mi
+151 ft
-102 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Paris
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
4.51 mi
+69 ft
-33 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Paris
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.
Green spaces in the 1st and 2nd arrondissements of Paris
2.54 mi
+157 ft
-115 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Paris
The1st arrondissement, modest in size, represents the historic and geographical heart of Paris; today, it is a district of museums and luxury boutiques. The Tuileries and Louvre Gardens, as well as the Palais Royal, managed by the State, make up for the limited number of municipal squares.
The 2nd arrondissement, the smallest in Paris, is livelier and more commercial. Formerly a financial district, it is now bustling with covered arcades, restaurants and businesses. The atmosphere is dynamic, friendly and very urban. It has only two municipal squares.