Experts' Choice Award Canal Saint-Martin
What the experts agree on
A bohemian, once-forgotten canal turned trendy with its 19th-century locks, iron bridges, and tree-lined banks—ideal for strolling, picnicking, or bar-hopping in this arty, low-key neighborhood.
“The Canal Saint Martin has evolved tremendously since its beginnings as a vehicle for supplying fresh water to the city, as ordered by Napoleon in the early 19th century.”
– Afar Magazine
Fodor's "This once-forgotten canal has morphed into one of the city's trendiest places to wander." Full review
Concierge "Long a working-class neighborhood with an edge, the Canal St-Martin is the latest quartier to be reinvented by artists and young bohemians."
Lonely Planet "A wonderful place for a romantic stroll or a bike ride past nine locks, metal bridges and ordinary Parisian neighbourhoods." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Paris Canal Company's two-and-a-half-hour Canal Saint-Martin cruise starts at the dock in front of the Musée d'Orsay and runs underground for a spooky mile and a half." Full review
Not For Tourists "River banks, picnics, relaxed and arty neighborhood, bars, restaurants, shops."
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"With its bridges, 9 locks and lines of trees, its pond sometimes higher than the embankment, the canal Saint-Martin is a charming spot." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Historic meets current-cool canal
Must-see
19th-century ingenuity
Getting around
Leisurely stroll
Best for
Exploring hip neighborhoods" Full review
Lonely Planet "There are few finer spots for a romantic stroll or cycle than along the shaded 19th-century tow paths of tranquil Canal St-Martin. Linger on the iron footbridge by the intersection of rue..."
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Afar Magazine "The location for the most charming scenes in the movie Amélie, this once-forgotten neighborhood is now a destination for the young and fun-loving. As soon as the weather turns warm,..."
The Guardian "There is a wonderful waterside walk along Canal Saint-Martin, with its funky bars and bistros, up to the Bassin de la Villette, where barges moored on the quayside of what is now the..."
