It's very hot in Paris, and Météo France has issued an orange alert. Among the capital's cool spots, green spaces are a good idea for cooling off and bringing down the temperature. Some have extended opening hours in the summer, while others are open 24 hours a day- good to know when you want to breathe.
Of the capital's 531 green spaces, almost a quarter are open all day. These 140 parks and gardens, open 24 hours a day, are spread across all the arrondissements of Paris, and offer cool spaces in all circumstances. They are particularly popular in the evening and at night, especially during hot spells. The full list can be consulted on the City of Paris website.
Every year, from July 5 to September 7, the City of Paris extends the opening hours of several green spaces until midnight. The aim of this summer scheme is to encourage access to cool spots after sunset. Among them are
When temperatures remain high for several days, the City of Paris can temporarily extend the list of parks open until midnight. This measure makes it possible to offer residents more places to relax at night, without changing the opening hours of parks already open 24 hours a day. The areas concerned are selected on the basis of their cooling potential and their location. In addition to those already mentioned, the following have been added:
The town is putting in place appropriate surveillance to ensure safety in these areas in the evening and at night.
To consult all the timetables in your district: see timetables.
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