Cruises on the Seine in Paris since 1959
Cruises on the Seine in Paris since 1959
From the Paris-Arsenal marina to the Parc de la Villette, or vice versa, a romantic and unusual tour in the heart of the “Parisians’ Paris”.
Cruise route, departure and arrival points
Full Cruise - Duration 2h30
Green Cruise - Duration 1h15
THE COMPLETE EXPERIENCE FOR TOTAL IMMERSION: Duration 2h30
Far from tourist cruises on the Seine, experience a moment of calm and relaxation in the heart of the old Paris ... a romantic and unusual cruise of 2h30, in the "Paris of Parisians".
You will discover the Saint Martin canal with its calm waters, lined with centenarian trees, and spanned by elegant footbridges, then you will slip under the mysterious and spectacular vault of the Bastille, where the light is magical ...
You will pass 4 bubbling double locks, 2 revolving bridges, relive the "atmosphere" of the Hôtel du Nord from the famous film by Marcel Carné with Arletty and Louis Jouvet and share the pleasure of walkers along the banks where you'll come across with trendy shops and bistros.
Before reaching the Parc de la Villette (Cité des Sciences, la Géode, Cité de la musique, the themed gardens), you will cross the Bassin de la Villette, a former commercial port now renovated to highlight the Rotonde de la Villette and slide under the astonishing Crimean lift bridge.
Frequently asked questions about the Old Paris Canal Saint-Martin cruise: duration, route, departure point, locks, Bastille vault, live commentary and booking.
This 2.5-hour guided cruise takes you along the Canal Saint-Martin, with its shaded banks, underground Bastille vault, locks, swing bridges, the Bassin de la Villette and the atmosphere of old Paris.
The cruise lasts approximately 2.5 hours. It offers a peaceful and unusual journey through the “Paris of Parisians”, away from the classic Seine sightseeing routes.
The route links Port de l’Arsenal with Parc de la Villette, or the other way around depending on the selected date. The cruise travels through the Canal Saint-Martin, the Bassin de la Villette and the Bastille area.
During the cruise, you will see the footbridges of the Canal Saint-Martin, tree-lined banks, the Bastille vault, 4 double locks, 2 swing bridges, the Pont de Crimée lift bridge and the Bassin de la Villette.
The departure point depends on the selected date and sailing direction. The cruise may run from Port de l’Arsenal to Parc de la Villette, or in the opposite direction.
Yes, the cruise includes live commentary in French and English by a guide on board, helping you understand the history of the Canal Saint-Martin, its locks and the Paris districts along the route.
Yes, a bar and snack service is available on board during the cruise, so you can enjoy a relaxing break as you travel along the canal.
Yes, this cruise is ideal for discovering a more local and hidden side of Paris. It highlights the charm of the Canal Saint-Martin, its engineering works and the atmosphere of old Paris.
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