Paris is less of a concrete jungle than you think. See for yourself on this tour which takes you across Paris without ever really losing sight of nature.
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Updated on
10/08/2016
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Destination
Paris
COLOURS & FLAVOURS AT THE MARCHÉ D’ALIGRE
Towards the end of the Coulée Verte, climb down from the viaduct for a visit to the Aligre Market, in the 12th district. The stands of fruit and vegetables, cold meats and other delights should whet the appetite. But before treating yourself to a well-deserved snack, have a look round the second-hand boutique next to the market and take the time to stroll round the Halle Beauveau. Dating back to the 18th century, this covered market is lovely and cool on a hot day !
Information:
Marché d'Aligre
3 place d'Aligre, Paris 12th
Getting there:
Metro 'Ledru-Rollin' line 8
LUNCH AT THE 'PAUSE-CAFÉ'
After a look round the market, time for lunch. While the stallholders close their stands, you can enjoy the surroundings with a break on the terrace of one of the cafés on or near the Place d’Aligre. We recommend Rue Charonne. Here you will find the Pause-Café, a trendy 'neighbourhood canteen' serving simple good value fare. Inside on one of the coloured tables or outside for a little people-watching ? A hearty brunch or a light salad ? It's up to you.
Information:
The Pause-Café
41 Rue de Charonne, Paris 11th
Tel.: +33 (0)1 48 06 80 33
Getting there:
Metro 'Ledru-Rollin' line 8
POETICAL MOMENTS AT PÈRE LACHAISE
Looking for nature in a cemetery ? Maybe you haven't seen the green and pleasant alleys of the Père Lachaise, the largest and most fascinating cemetery in Paris ? Dating back to the 19th century, it was originally designed as an English-style garden, which may explain the peaceful atmosphere of a landscape garden.
Many people simply enjoy strolling up and down this wonderful cemetery. But it's worth bringing a guidebook or booking a guided tour, because this extraordinary location is full of amusing, touching or intriguing anecdotes.
Information:
Père-Lachaise Cemetery
16 rue du Repos, Paris 20th
Tel.: +33 (0)1 55 25 82 10
March to November:
Monday to Friday 8:00AM to 18:00PM
Saturday 8:30AM to 18:00PM
Sunday, public holidays 9:00AM to 18:00PM
Getting there:
Metro 'Père Lachaise' line 3 & 2 or Metro 'Philippe Auguste' line 2
ROUND OFF THE DAY AT THE BUTTES CHAUMONT
Let's finish the day as we started it: under the trees. Destination: the Buttes Chaumont, a little further north. Created for the occasion of the World Exhibition 1867, this park most definitely has a 19th-century atmosphere about it.
Artificial caves and waterfalls, a temple inspired by Greco-Roman architecture... The natural environment here was the fantasy of the Romantics of that era.
After a nice stroll to the tune of birdsong and puppet shows, you will be tempted to round off the visit with a meal in one of the park's pavilions. Dinner in the spectacular Pavillon du Lac or dancing at the Guinguette Rosa Bonheur ? A difficult one...
Information:
Rosa Bonheur
2, avenue de la Cascade, Paris 19th
Tel: +33 (0)1 42 00 00 45
http://www.rosabonheur.fr/
Pavillon du Lac Napoléon III
Place Armand Carrel, Paris 19th
http://www.lepavillondulac.fr/
Getting there:
Metro 'Botzaris' line 7bis, Metro 'Pyrénées' line 11
The International
5/7 rue Moret
Tel : +33 (0)1 42 02 02 05
http://www.linternational.fr/
Getting there:
Metro 'Parmentier' line 3 or 'Ménilmontant' line 2