Canal Saint-Martin

Canal Saint-Martin

Canal Saint-Martin is a shipping shortcut built by Napoleon in the early 19th century on the Seine River, stretching 4.5 kilometers in length. As highways and cars gradually replaced ferry transport, the canal's importance declined. By the 1960s, Canal Saint-Martin nearly faced being filled in to become a road, but fortunately, it escaped that fate. Today, Canal Saint-Martin is one of the most beautiful sights in Paris, yet also one of the least known to tourists.

Though not comparable to Venice’s canals, Canal Saint-Martin has its own unique charm. A stroll along its banks offers a romance reminiscent of Venice. As you walk along the canal, the tranquility around you gives the feeling of being in an elegant and laid-back French town. The bamboo chairs placed outside small cafés nearby, elderly people quietly fishing by the canal, women and children playing in the riverside park on hot summer days, people sitting by the water to rest or chat, and couples enjoying the afternoon sun all contribute to the area’s cozy and serene beauty. A walk along Canal Saint-Martin will add a perfect finishing touch to your trip to Paris. Don’t forget to look for filming locations from the famous 2001 French movie *Amélie* near Canal Saint-Martin.

Canal Saint-Martin

Must-see reason: One of the most beautiful sights in Paris

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: France[France]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Île-de-France Region [Ile-de-France Region]

City where the attraction is located: Paris [Paris]