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Le Square du Vert-Galant

Name: Le Square du Vert-Galant
Rating: 4.5

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Discover the Square du Vert-Galant at the quiet tip of Île de la Cité. Settle onto a riverside bench or grassy patch beneath the trees, and watch the Seine and its bridges drift by.

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Reasons to go

The square occupies the western tip of Île de la Cité, the oldest part of Paris.
Its name refers to King Henry IV, nicknamed the 'Vert-Galant,' whose statue stands nearby on the Pont Neuf above.

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Full description

This small green space sits at the western point of Île de la Cité, surrounded by the Seine on both sides. Shaded by trees, it offers plenty of benches and grassy spots to sit and take in views of the river and nearby bridges.

It's a quiet, relaxed setting popular for picnics, walks, or simply pausing between sightseeing stops in central Paris.

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Address

15 Pl. du Pont-Neuf-Christo et Jeanne-Claude, 75001 Paris, France · Île de la Cité

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

early morning, morning or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Bring a picnic and grab a spot by the Seine
arrive early morning or early evening to avoid crowds, especially during cherry blossom season.

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Reviews

Located at the point of Ile de la Cité,is this lovely greenspace, with its peace and tranquility, it is the perfect place, with plenty of seating to have a picnic lunch.

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