Coulée verte René-Dumont

The world's first elevated park (1993) — a 4.5 km planted promenade running from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes along a former railway viaduct. Rose gardens, ponds, bamboo and rooftop perspectives over the city; the direct inspiration for New York's High Line. Free to wander.

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Type
Elevated garden walk (1993)
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Address
From 1 Coulée verte René-Dumont, Avenue Daumesnil, 75012 Paris
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Admission
Open access · free
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Access
Open access · free
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Access
Métro Bastille (1, 5, 8), Gare de Lyon (1, 14, RER A) or Daumesnil (6, 8) — along the route
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Nearby
The Viaduc des Arts runs directly beneath it; the Gare de Lyon, Bercy and the Bois de Vincennes are along the way.

Where it is — and what's around

Coulée verte René-Dumont (pulsing marker) at the centre. Toggle the filters to show the heritage, restaurants and activities of the 12th — and the hotels around.