Place de la Contrescarpe, Paris

Name: Place de la Contrescarpe
Address: Paris, France

#421 among attractions in Paris

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The Place de la Contrescarpe is a square in the 5th arrondissement of Paris. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°50'40"N, 2°20'58"E

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Panthéon (Saint Victor)Paris France

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

Nearby attractions include: Panthéon, Jardin des Plantes, Grand Mosque of Paris, Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont.

~1030 ftNW
Colonnaded neoclassical mausoleum
Panthéon, Paris
5 min walk • The Panthéon in Paris stands not only as a striking example of neoclassical architecture but also as a revered memorial to some of France's most distinguished citizens. Situated in the Latin Quarter of Paris, this grand edifice was originally built as a church...
~1850 ftE
Expansive 17th-century botanical gardens
Jardin des Plantes, Paris
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Jardin des Plantes is an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty. This historic botanical garden, spanning over 28 hectares, is not only a place of recreation but also a center for scientific research and education.
~1800 ftSE
Friday worship, guided tours and gardens
Grand Mosque of Paris, Paris
9 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Paris is a serene oasis in the heart of France's bustling capital. This mosque, a stunning example of traditional Maghrebi architecture, stands as a symbol of France's historical connections with the Islamic world and serves as a center of cultural...
~810 ftNW
Church
Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Paris
4 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...
~1280 ftNW
Square, Shopping
Place du Panthéon, Paris
7 min walk • Place du Panthéon is a square in Paris, France. It is located in the Latin Quarter, in the 5th arrondissement. It is named after the Panthéon, located east of the square; Rue Soufflot is located west of Place du Panthéon.
~1880 ftW
Nightlife, Cinema
Studio des Ursulines, Paris
10 min walk • The Studio des Ursulines is a cinema in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, at No.10, Rue des Ursulines. It is one of the oldest cinemas in Paris to have kept its facade and founder's vision: to offer a venue for art and experimental cinema.
~1700 ftN
Gothic architecture, Church, Historical place
Collège des Bernardins, Paris
9 min walk • The Collège of Bernardins, or Collège Saint-Bernard, located no 20, rue de Poissy in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, is a former Cistercian college of the historic University of Paris.
~750 ftE
Archaeological site, Historical place, Ruins
Arènes de Lutèce, Paris
4 min walk • The Arènes de Lutèce are among the most important ancient Roman remains from the era in Paris, together with the Thermes de Cluny.
~1230 ftN
Fountain
Fontaine de l'Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris
6 min walk • The Fontaine de l'Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-Prés is a fountain constructed in 1715-1717, at the end of the reign of King Louis XIV and the beginning of the reign of Louis XV, to provide drinking water in the neighborhood near the church of Saint Germain-des-Prés, in the 6th arrondissement of Paris.
~1000 ftW
Square
Place de l'Estrapade, Paris
5 min walk • Place de l'Estrapade is a square in the 5th arrondissement of Paris. It is located where rue de l'Estrapade meets rue Lhomond and rue des Fossés-Saint-Jacques and marks the border between quartier du Val-de-Grâce and la Sorbonne.
~1550 ftNE
Theater, Cabaret, Concerts and shows
Paradis Latin, Paris
8 min walk • The Paradis Latin is a theater at number 28, rue du Cardinal Lemoine, in the Latin Quarter of Paris, in the fifth arrondissement, near Notre-Dame, the Panthéon, and the Tour d'Argent restaurant. The closest métro stations are Cardinal Lemoine and Jussieu.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place de la Contrescarpe?

Nearby attractions include Arènes de Lutèce, Paris (4 min walk), Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Paris (4 min walk), Bibliothèque interuniversitaire de la Sorbonne, Paris (4 min walk), Rue Mouffetard, Paris (5 min walk).

How to get to Place de la Contrescarpe by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place de la Contrescarpe:

Bus

Lycée Henri IV • Lines: 75, 89 (4 min walk)
Monge • Lines: 47, N15, N22 (5 min walk)

Metro

Place Monge • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)
Cardinal Lemoine • Lines: 10 (5 min walk)

Train

Luxembourg (12 min walk)
Saint-Michel Notre-Dame (17 min walk)

Ferry

Notre-Dame • Lines: Batobus (13 min walk)
Jardin des Plantes • Lines: Batobus (16 min walk)