Paris Sewer Museum

Paris Sewer Museum

Above ground, Paris has the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower, but its world's longest sewer system is also a source of pride for Parisians. The Parisian underground sewer system dates back to 1370, boasting a long and storied history. After countless improvements, the Parisians have even developed it into a sewer museum that showcases their achievements to the world.

This ingeniously designed underground sewer museum lies 50 meters beneath the surface, with its waterways crisscrossing like a dense spiderweb. Its role in the world extends far beyond sewage and drainage—it has become part of the charm of Paris. The museum introduces the long history of the underground sewers from 1370 to the present. Upon entering the museum, you’ll find the sewer walls clean and tidy, the pipes unobstructed, and not a speck of dirt on the ground—the cleanliness rivals that of Parisian streets, and not a trace of foul odor can be detected.

Visitors can take a ride on specially modified sewage boats to cruise the underground rivers and experience the most fascinating parts of Paris’s hidden world. Imagining the scenes from Hugo’s novels where characters frequently escaped through the sewers has made this one of Paris’s most unique tourist attractions.

Paris Sewers Museum

Must-visit reason: The world’s most renowned sewer museum

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]