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The Petite Ceinture in Paris
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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.
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.
Walks near Gare Rosa Parks
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.
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 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.
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.
The Bestiary of La Villette and Belleville
4.37 mi
+354 ft
-187 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Paris
A walk through Paris’s19th arrondissement in search of depictions of animals. Along the way, the route takes you through the hills of Paris, past the Butte Bergeyre and to the viewpoint in Belleville Park.
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.
The fish route in Paris
4.43 mi
+108 ft
-144 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Paris
Until the advent of the railway, fishmongers brought fish to Paris from the ports of the North Sea and the English Channel in horse-drawn convoys. Their route through Paris, as far as Les Halles, has left its mark in the names of a number of lanes that this urban itinerary more or less follows, with a few detours through streets and alleyways that deserve it.
Les Grandes Carrières, Les Épinettes and Les Batignolles
4.64 mi
+7 ft
-62 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Paris
A journey through the northern districts of Paris in a new light, with the old Petite Ceinture railway line as a common thread. The many flower-filled passages, squares and gardens allow us to forget the hustle and bustle of the capital for a while.
In the footsteps of Georges Brassens: La Goutte d'Or, Montmartre and Trinité
4.72 mi
+272 ft
-305 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Paris
This second section takes us to the old cabaret (Chez Patachou) where Georges Brassens performed in public for the first time. The walk through Montmartre, with its slopes, paths and stairways, is particularly pleasant (best done in the "low tourist season").
The Bestiary of the Faubourgs of Saint-Martin, du Temple and Saint-Antoine
5.05 mi
+23 ft
-52 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Paris
A north-south walk through the 10th, 11th and 12th arrondissements of Paris, in search of depictions of animals. Throughout the first half of the route, these are mainly found in murals. The second half offers greater diversity in terms of animal subjects.