Porte de Vincennes, Montreuil

#7 among attractions in Montreuil

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The Porte de Vincennes is one of the city gates of Paris situated in the Bel Air neighborhood of the 12th arrondissement. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°50'47"N, 2°24'56"E

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Saint-MandéMontreuil France

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Porte de Vincennes – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cimetière du Père-Lachaise, Bois de Vincennes, Château de Vincennes, Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes.

1.4 miNW
Well-known graves in leafy burial site
Cimetière du Père-Lachaise, Paris
36 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling streets of Paris, the Cimetière du Père-Lachaise stands as an illustrious sanctuary of peace and history. This sprawling cemetery, the largest in Paris, spans approximately 44 hectares and serves as the final resting place for a myriad of...
1.6 miSE
Sprawling urban park with trails and a zoo
Bois de Vincennes, Paris
40 min walk • The Bois de Vincennes, a sprawling oasis on the eastern edge of Paris, France, is a verdant retreat for city dwellers and tourists alike. As the largest public park in the city, it covers an expansive 995 hectares, offering a lush landscape of woodland and lakes just a...
1 miE
14th-century castle
Château de Vincennes, Paris
25 min walk • Situated on the eastern edge of Paris, the Château de Vincennes is a massive fortress that offers a unique glimpse into the medieval and early modern history of France. This imposing structure, with its substantial walls and imposing keep, stands as a testament to the...
1 miE
Gothic architecture, Church
Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes, Paris
26 min walk • The Sainte-Chapelle de Vincennes is a hidden gem located in the historic town of Vincennes, just on the outskirts of Paris, France. This chapel, lesser-known compared to its famous namesake on the Île de la Cité, is a part of the grand Château de Vincennes and is a...
1 miS
Zoo
Paris Zoological Park, Paris
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the 12th arrondissement of Paris, the Paris Zoological Park, commonly known as Parc Zoologique de Paris or Vincennes Zoo, offers visitors an enchanting escape into the animal kingdom. This extensive zoological park, which spans over 14.5...
1.5 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Musée des Arts Forains, Paris
39 min walk • The Musée des Arts Forains is a private museum of funfair and fairground objects located within the Pavillons de Bercy in the 12th arrondissement of Paris at 53, avenue des Terroirs de France, Paris, France. It is open to the public by prior reservation.
1.2 miS
Natural attraction, Lake, Body of water
Lac Daumesnil, Paris
31 min walk • Lac Daumesnil is a lake in the Bois de Vincennes, a public park in Paris, France. Its surface area is 0.12 km². It is surrounded by "promenade Maurice Boitel".
1.3 miSE
Park, Botanical garden
Parc Floral de Paris, Paris
35 min walk • The Parc floral de Paris is a public park and botanical garden located within the Bois de Vincennes in the 12th arrondissement of Paris.
~1120 ftNE
Synagogue
Vincennes Synagogue, Montreuil
6 min walk • The Vincennes Synagogue is one of several funded by the banker patron Daniel Iffla.
1.3 miNW
Tomb, Memorial site
Oscar Wilde's tomb, Paris
34 min walk • The tomb of Oscar Wilde is located in Père Lachaise Cemetery, Paris, France. It took nine to ten months to complete by the sculptor Jacob Epstein, with an accompanying plinth by Charles Holden and an inscription carved by Joseph Cribb.
0.4 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac de Saint-Mandé, Paris
11 min walk • Lac de Saint-Mandé is a lake in the Bois de Vincennes. Its surface area is 0.4 km² and it contains a small island.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Porte de Vincennes?

Nearby attractions include Vincennes Synagogue, Montreuil (6 min walk), Boulevard Soult, Paris (8 min walk), Saint-Mandé, Paris (9 min walk), Lac de Saint-Mandé, Paris (11 min walk).

How to get to Porte de Vincennes by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porte de Vincennes:

Metro

Saint-Mandé • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Porte de Montreuil • Lines: 9 (14 min walk)

Bus

Saint-Mandé - Tourelle • Lines: 325, 86, N11 (4 min walk)
Hilsz - Lagny • Lines: La Traverse (6 min walk)

Tram

Porte de Vincennes • Lines: T3a, T3b (7 min walk)
Alexandra David-Néel • Lines: T3a (8 min walk)

Train

Vincennes (21 min walk)
Nation (24 min walk)