Carmel de la Place Maubert, Paris

#847 among attractions in Paris

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The Carmel de la Place Maubert, also known as the Grand Couvent or Couvent des Barrés was a house of the Calced Carmelites located on Place Maubert on a site now occupied by the police station for the 5th arrondissement below the Rue de la Montagne-Sainte-Geneviève, Paris. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°50'57"N, 2°21'1"E

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Panthéon (Saint Victor)Paris France

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Carmel de la Place Maubert – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shakespeare and Company, Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Pont de l'Archevêché, Pont au Double.

~1460 ftNW
Shopping, Bookshop
Shakespeare and Company, Paris
8 min walk • Shakespeare and Company is an iconic English-language bookstore opened in 1951 by George Whitman, located on Paris's Left Bank. The store was named after Sylvia Beach's bookstore of the same name founded in 1919 on the Left Bank, which closed in 1941. Whitman adopted the "Shakespeare and Company" name for his store in 1964.
~1110 ftSW
Church
Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Paris
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Latin Quarter of Paris, the Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont stands as a serene escape from the bustling city streets. This exquisite church, known for its unique architectural blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles, offers a tranquil...
~900 ftN
Bridge
Pont de l'Archevêché, Paris
5 min walk • The Pont de l'Archevêché, nestled in the heart of Paris, is an arch bridge that offers a unique charm and a touch of romance, making it a must-visit for couples and history enthusiasts alike. Located near the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the bridge spans the Seine...
~1330 ftN
Bridge
Pont au Double, Paris
7 min walk • The Pont au Double is a charming arch bridge that spans the Seine River in the heart of Paris, France. Connecting the 4th arrondissement, on the Right Bank, with the Île de la Cité, this bridge is not only a conduit for pedestrians but also a historical landmark with...
~1350 ftNE
Bridge, Historical place
Pont de la Tournelle, Paris
7 min walk • Spanning the Seine River in the heart of Paris, the Pont de la Tournelle is an elegant arch bridge that offers both historical charm and picturesque views. Connecting the 4th and 5th arrondissements, this bridge is a lesser-known yet delightful spot for tourists...
~1090 ftNE
Memorial, Historical place, Memorial site
Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation, Paris
6 min walk • Nestled at the eastern tip of the Île de la Cité in Paris, the Mémorial des Martyrs de la Déportation offers a poignant tribute to the more than 200,000 French victims who were deported by the Vichy government to Nazi concentration camps during World War II.
~1450 ftNE
Bridge
Pont Saint-Louis, Paris
7 min walk • The pont Saint-Louis is a bridge across the River Seine in the 4th arrondissement of Paris. It links the Île de la Cité with the Île Saint-Louis.
~1440 ftN
Church
Cathedral of Saint Etienne, Paris
7 min walk • The Basilica and Cathedral of Saint-Étienne in Paris, on the Île de la Cité, was an early Christian church that preceded Notre-Dame de Paris. It was built in the 4th or 5th century, directly in front of the location of the modern cathedral, and just 250 meters from the royal palace.
~1480 ftW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne, Paris
8 min walk • The Astronomy Tower of the Sorbonne is a tower at the Sorbonne University's Paris campus built to house an astronomical observatory for its students. The structure was erected during the reconstruction of the Sorbonne, between 1885 and 1901. The tower is 39 meters high, has an upper and lower dome, and includes several rooms.
~1280 ftNW
Gothic architecture, Church, Romanesque architecture
Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, Paris
7 min walk • Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, in full Église Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, is a Melkite Greek Catholic parish church in Paris, France, and one of the city's oldest religious buildings.
~680 ftNE
Museum, Vernacular architecture
Musée de l'Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris
4 min walk • The Musée de l'Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris is a museum dedicated to the history of Parisian hospitals. It is located on the left bank of the Seine in the 5th arrondissement, at 47, quai de la Tournelle, Paris, France. The museum closed in 2012 and is evaluating reopening.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Carmel de la Place Maubert?

Nearby attractions include Saint-Nicolas-du-Chardonnet, Paris (1 min walk), Maison de la Mutualité, Paris (2 min walk), Collège des Bernardins, Paris (3 min walk), Musée de la Préfecture de Police, Paris (3 min walk).

How to get to Carmel de la Place Maubert by public transport?

The nearest stations to Carmel de la Place Maubert:

Bus

Monge - Mutualité • Lines: 63, 86 (2 min walk)
Maubert - Mutualité • Lines: 47, 63, 86, 87, N15, N22 (2 min walk)

Metro

Maubert - Mutualité • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)
Cardinal Lemoine • Lines: 10 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Notre-Dame • Lines: Batobus (5 min walk)
Hôtel-de-Ville • Lines: Batobus (11 min walk)

Train

Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (10 min walk)
Luxembourg (14 min walk)