Bassin de la Villette, Paris

Name: Bassin de la Villette
Address: Quai de la Loire, Paris, 75019, France

#188 among attractions in Paris

Natural attraction, Lake, Body of water, Park, More...

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The Bassin de la Villette is the largest artificial lake in Paris. It was filled with water on 2 December 1808. Located in the 19th arrondissement of the capital, it links the Canal de l'Ourcq to the Canal Saint-Martin, and it represents one of the elements of the Réseau des Canaux Parisiens, a public-works authority operated by the city. The other components of the network are the Canal de l'Ourcq, the Canal Saint-Denis, the Canal Saint-Martin, and the Bassin de l'Arsenal. Together, these canals and basins extend roughly 130 kilometres. ()

Alternative names: Length: 2625 ftWidth: 230 ftElevation: 174 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 48°53'9"N, 2°22'29"E

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Quai de la LoireButtes-Chaumont (La Villette)Paris 75019 France

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Bassin de la Villette – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Trabendo, Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, Parc de la Villette.

0.6 miSE
Green space with lake and towering trees
Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Paris
15 min walk • Nestled in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, France, the Parc des Buttes Chaumont is a true urban oasis that offers a unique combination of natural beauty and architectural marvels. Spanning over 25 hectares, this picturesque park is characterized by its steep slopes...
1 miNE
Nightlife, Dancing
Trabendo, Paris
26 min walk • Le Trabendo is a musical concert venue located at the Parc de la Villette, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, France. It has a capacity of 700. In 2000, it was renamed Le Trabendo.
0.9 miNE
Museum, Science museum
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, Paris
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie stands as a beacon of knowledge and discovery. This sprawling museum, dedicated to scientific and industrial advancements, is a must-visit attraction for anyone with a thirst for understanding the...
0.9 miNE
Urban park with cultural institutions
Parc de la Villette, Paris
22 min walk • Parc de la Villette, located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, France, is a sprawling urban park that epitomizes modern design and multifunctional spaces. With an area of 55 hectares, it is the third-largest park in Paris and stands out as a cultural hub with a...
1 miSW
Canal
Canal Saint-Martin, Paris
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Canal Saint-Martin is a picturesque waterway that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city streets. This 4.5-kilometer-long canal, completed in 1825 under the direction of Napoleon Bonaparte, was originally designed to supply...
0.8 miNE
Museum
Little Villette, Paris
20 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Paris, Little Villette is a dynamic space dedicated to children and families, located within the sprawling Parc de la Villette. This innovative area is part of the Grande Halle de la Villette, a historic site that dates back to the late...
0.9 miE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Cité de la Musique, Paris
24 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Parc de la Villette at the northeastern edge of Paris, the Cité de la Musique is a modern sanctuary for music lovers. This comprehensive music complex, which opened its doors in 1995, is not just a museum but an active center for musical...
0.9 miNE
Nightlife, Cinema
La Géode, Paris
23 min walk • La Géode is a mirror-finished geodesic dome that holds an Omnimax theatre in Parc de la Villette at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, France. The nearest Paris Métro stations to La Géode are Corentin Cariou on Line 7 and Porte de Pantin on Line 5.
1 miNE
Museum, Concerts and shows, Specialty museum
Philharmonie de Paris, Paris
25 min walk • The Philharmonie de Paris is a complex of concert halls in Paris, France. The buildings also house exhibition spaces and rehearsal rooms.
1 miSW
Monastery
Couvent des Récollets de Paris, Paris
25 min walk • The Couvent des Récollets de Paris is a former Franciscan friary in Paris. It has been a listed monument historique since 1974.
0.4 miSW
Music venue
Point Éphémère, Paris
11 min walk • Point Ephémère is a music venue in Paris, located at Canal Saint-Martin. Point Ephémère is a center for artistic events located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris in an old warehouse building. The venue combines artist in residence programming and live performances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Bassin de la Villette open?

Bassin de la Villette is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Bassin de la Villette?

Nearby attractions include Église Saint-Jacques Saint-Christophe, Paris (5 min walk), Orgues de Flandre, Paris (5 min walk), Place de la Bataille-de-Stalingrad, Paris (7 min walk), Centquatre-Paris, Paris (10 min walk).

How to get to Bassin de la Villette by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bassin de la Villette:

Bus

Maroc - Flandre • Lines: 54, N42 (5 min walk)
Riquet • Lines: 54, N42 (5 min walk)

Metro

Riquet • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)
Laumière • Lines: 5 (6 min walk)

Train

Rosa Parks (19 min walk)
Magenta (21 min walk)

Tram

Rosa Parks • Lines: T3b (21 min walk)
Porte d'Aubervilliers • Lines: T3b (24 min walk)