Croisière guidée Le Vieux Paris sur le Canal Saint Martin

Points forts

Itinéraire

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2. 2

   11th Arrondissement

   Enter the long underground tunnel of the Canal Saint-Martin, a vaulted passage beneath the city. As daylight fades and reappears through openings above, the atmosphere becomes uniquely calm and immersive. Emerge from the tunnel near Place de la Bastille, where the contrast between the underground canal and the lively historic square creates one of the most striking moments of the cruise.

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3. 3

   Bois de Boulogne

   Navigate through the Écluse du Temple, another key lock on the Canal Saint-Martin, where the slow rhythm of the water reinforces the peaceful nature of the cruise.

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   Enter the heart of the Canal Saint-Martin, famous for its tree-lined banks, elegant iron footbridges and timeless Parisian charm. This is one of the city’s most picturesque waterways, loved by locals and filmmakers alike.

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Pass by the Écluses des Morts, a series of locks whose name recalls the canal’s long and sometimes dramatic past, adding a touch of mystery to the journey.

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Glide through the peaceful Bassin Louis Blanc, where the canal blends seamlessly into the surrounding neighborhood, creating a calm and intimate atmosphere away from the city’s bustle.

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   Bois de Boulogne

   Experience your first lock as the boat passes through the Écluse de la Villette. Watch the water level gently rise or fall as the lock gates open and close, offering a captivating glimpse into the canal’s engineering.

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   Cruise along the Canal de l’Ourcq, originally built to supply Paris with fresh water. Lined with former warehouses and modern residential buildings, this stretch reveals a quieter, more authentic side of the capital.

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   Sail beneath the iconic lift bridge of rue de Crimée, one of the last operational lifting bridges in Paris. Watching the bridge rise above the boat is a rare and fascinating moment that highlights the city’s living industrial heritage.

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    Bassin de la Villette

    The boat reaches the Bassin de la Villette, one of the largest open water basins in Paris. This lively yet relaxed area marks the gateway to the city’s historic canal network, where urban life slowly gives way to calm waterways and a more local Parisian atmosphere.

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Point de rendez-vous

Option (2) accès piétons face au 50 boulevard de la Bastille - 75012 PARIS / Métro : BASTILLE Port de l'arsenal

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Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• (Option 2) Arsenal departure: Canauxrama, 50 Bd de la Bastille, 75012 Paris, France
• (Option 1) Villette departure: Canauxrama, Bassin de la Villette, 13 Quai de la Loire, 75019 Paris, France
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Depending on the selected option, 2 different meeting points: (Option 2) Bastille departure: Canauxrama, 50 Bd de la Bastille, 75012 Paris, France (Option 1) Villette departure: Canauxrama, Bassin de la Villette, 13 Quai de la Loire, 75019 Paris, France Please, be present 15 mn before departure

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige
• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si trop peu de participants