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Montsouris Park
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Montsouris Park

4.6 ·

Discover Parc Montsouris, the English-style green space locals actually use. Wander winding paths around the lake and rolling lawns, enjoying a quieter, authentic Paris away from the tourist crowds.

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Reasons to go

  • Opened in 1878 as part of Baron Haussmann's citywide network of new Parisian public parks
  • Designed in the English landscape style with a lake, rolling lawns, and winding paths
  • Home to varied birdlife around the lake, drawing birdwatchers
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Full description

Parc Montsouris opened in 1878 as part of Baron Haussmann's citywide network of new public parks, with a lake, rolling lawns, and winding paths in the English landscape style. Reviewers consistently recommend it for those seeking a more authentic, local Paris park experience, away from the crowds of the more central gardens.

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Address

2 Rue Gazan, 75014 Paris, France · Montparnasse
Website
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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

45 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

  • A good pick for escaping tourist crowds, popular with locals
  • the lake area is a nice spot to sit
  • combine with a walk through the nearby Cité Internationale Universitaire campus.
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Reviews

This is one of my favorite parks in the city. Just beautiful. Everything is arranged so wonderfully: the flowers, the trees, and the little lake. It's a great place to spend an afternoon.

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Koby Ofek

4/5

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