Parc des buttes chaumont - activities

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris's largest charming mountain park

The Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is one of the largest green spaces in Paris. For a jog, a picnic or a walk in the countryside, this large green setting is a must.

Why has the Buttes-Chaumont lake disappeared in recent days?

If you live in the 19th arrondissement or are accustomed to taking your morning strolls in the pretty Buttes-Chaumont park, one detail has certainly not escaped you in recent days: the park's lake is completely empty... This follows a decision by the town hall, as part of the major renovation work being carried out in the park.

Nuit Blanche 2023: a nocturnal artistic escape at Buttes-Chaumont

Get ready for a unique artistic adventure at Nuit Blanche 2023 in Buttes-Chaumont. Discover this Parisian jewel transformed by light installations, artistic performances and visual projections. Meet us in one of Paris's largest green spaces.

Do you know the terrible and gloomy history of the Buttes-Chaumont park?

Before being this beautiful bucolic park, the Buttes-Chaumont had a very gloomy history, and saw many deaths over the centuries. There is a good reason behind the name of the Pont des Suicidés (Suicide Bridge) which overlooks the park...

Rules for parks and gardens' reopening this weekend in Paris and Ile-de-France

Parks and gardens are reopening this Saturday May 30, 2020. This is what the Prime Minister has announced this May 28, relieving many citizens who can already enjoy green spaces and places to relax outside. Here are rules to respect.

Parks open all night long in Paris, summer 2017

In summer, it is difficult to find a refreshing oasis in Paris. In the day, we hide in fresh places and at night, riverbanks are taken over by people looking for fresh air. But, little did you know that from July 1st to September 3rd, 2017, Paris mayor’s office decided to open 16 municipal parks all day and all night long!