Explore the Parisian North-East


So what is there to see up in the north-east of Paris?

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Well there is of course La Villette and its exciting complex devoted to science, culture and entertainment!

But did you know that this district has many other attractions?
Firstly, an enduring charm. With its peaceful canals and romantic parks, unusual museums and amazing little historic districts, the Parisian north-east is an ideal place for a walk.

This is also a part of Paris where there is a lot happening; a favourite with artists, who open their studios to the public, the area is home to several recently-opened contemporary art centres.

Plan your own tour… then enjoy the lively atmosphere of trendy bars, cafes and restaurants, followed by a concert or a club.

Authentic and dynamic, attractive and intriguing, the Parisian north-east has still more surprises in store for you!




Direction the north-east!



Parc Villette 130_86In and around la villette

The La Villette district situated in the 19th arrondissement district of Paris has been undergoing urban redevelopment since the beginning of the 1980s. Since then many projects have taken shape:

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Parc butte chaumont 130_85In and around the Buttes-Chaumont

A picturesque, steep park in the romantic style, charming steep-sided streets lined with coloured houses and courtyards full of flowers, a few unusual museums, a contemporary art venue representative of current artistic trends …

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Parc Belleville 130_86Belleville and Ménilmontant

Belleville and Ménilmontant provide walkers with another facet of the capital. The cosmopolitan district of Belleville is charming in its diversity:

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Cimetière du Père Lachaise 130_87In and around the Père-Lachaise Cemetery

The Père Lachaise hill is known for its cemetery, a huge garden of sculptures and statues where a number of well-known personalities lie...

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Bassin La Villette 130_87On the Canals


The La Villette Canal Basin and the Ourcq, Saint-Denis and Saint-Martin canals offer visitors an ideal setting to relax.

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The whole of the Parisian North-East in one click!


Click on the image to see the list of main events in the North-East.Click on the image to download the Parisian North-East brochure (pdf file)Click on the image to enlarge the North-East map (pdf file)
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