From Père Lachaise to the Marne riverbanks

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For a delightful mix of history and bucolic landscapes, explore Greater Paris from the Père Lachaise cemetery to the banks of the Marne.

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Port de Plaisance de Neuilly sur Marne

🏊 Swimming in the Marne: urban beaches to reopen in 2026

Long off-limits to swimmers, the Marne is gradually regaining its status as a recreational river. By the summer of 2026, several developed sites will allow people to enjoy swimming in natural waters on the outskirts of Paris. From urban beaches to supervised swimming areas and lush riverbanks, these spaces offer a refreshing alternative to traditional swimming pools during heatwaves.
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CURRENT EVENTS

The area between the 11th arrondissement of Paris and the Marne riverbanks is always abuzz with concerts, exhibitions and festivals of every ilk.

ICONIC PLACES AND MONUMENTS

Explore Père Lachaise, a veritable open-air museum, and continue on to the guinguettes and chateaux along the Marne River.

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Located between Bastille and Nation, in a former foundry in the eleventh arrondissement of Paris, the Atelier des …
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Cimetière du Père Lachaise

Père Lachaise cemetery takes its name from the confessor of King Louis XIV, Father François d'Aix de La Chaise. It …
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Bois de Vincennes

The Bois de Vincennes is one of the capital's two ‘green lungs’ in terms of surface area, along with the Bois de …
Discover 3100 animals of 255 species at the Parc Zoologique de Paris ! Immerse yourself in 5 biozones, from African savannah to tropical rainforest. Learn more about the mysteries of the animal kingdom. A unique adventure awaits you !
In early 2020, the collections of the Musée de la Résistance Nationale took over a modern building located on the …

The Museum of the History of Immigration

The Musée de l'histoire de l'immigration (Museum of the History of …

Built in 1766, this is one of the oldest French museums, heir of the cabinet of curiosities of the 18th century. …

A royal residence on the edges of Paris.

The Château of Vincennes was used as royal residence from the 12th …

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Parc de Bercy

Situated on the site of former wine warehouses, the Parc de Bercy still retains some reminders of its past, such as …

ACTIVITIES FROM PÈRE LACHAISE TO THE BORDES DE MARNE

Whether you're strolling along the shady pathways of the cemetery or relaxing on the banks of the Marne, there’s an array of cultural and leisure activities to choose from.

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A stroll around the eastern Paris

From little streets steeped in history to bucolic riverbanks, feel the magic of a journey full of contrasts.

❓Frequently asked questions

How and where to buy a ticket in Paris?

There are several ways to travel easily by metro, RER, bus, tram or Montmartre funicular:

  • Buy your Passe Navigo online
  • At RATP/SNCF stations. Buy your tickets or top up your Passe Navigo at the ticket machines or RATP ticket offices in all Parisian stations. With these options, you can travel around Paris and its region with peace of mind!

How do I get from the Père Lachaise neighbourhood to the banks of the Marne?

From Père Lachaise, take metro line 2 to Nation, then RER line A towards Marne-la-Vallée and get off at Joinville-le-Pont or Nogent-sur-Marne. You will be a stone's throw from the banks of the Marne for a pleasant stroll. The journey takes about 30 minutes.

Can I have internet access as soon as I arrive in Paris?

Yes. With the Travel eSIM SimWeGo, activation is immediate via QR Code. It's the ideal solution for staying connected from the airport with no hidden costs.