In Paris, the bains-douches municipaux are part of those public services that people sometimes overlook, but which genuinely help on a daily basis. The principle is simple: allow everyone to take a free shower in an individual booth, regardless of age, situation, or neighborhood. The City of Paris notes that these facilities are made available free of charge to all; you simply need to bring your own toiletries, including soap, shampoo, and a towel. The last entries are allowed 30 minutes before closing, and the hours can vary by establishment.
Historically, bathhouses were born out of a simple need: giving residents access to hygiene when a home bathroom wasn’t available. In Paris, they retain that social purpose today—and it’s a universal one. People come for various reasons: during tough times, while passing through the city, or simply when they need a readily accessible source of water. The operation stays intentionally modest: no red tape, private cabins, posted hours, and a presence spread across several districts.
The capital hosts public bathhouses across several districts, with locations in the center, the east, the north and the south of Paris. Some sites are accessible to people with reduced mobility, such as Lacépède, Rome, Les Amiraux, Ney, Meaux and the Deux-Ponts, according to the City’s guidance.
Saint-Merri Baths and Showers — 18, Rue du Renard, Paris City Centre / 4th arrondissement
Two Bridges Baths and Showers — 8, Rue des Deux-Ponts, Paris City Centre / 4th arrondissement
Lacépède Baths and Showers — 50, Rue Lacépède, Paris 5th arrondissement
Rome Baths and Showers — 43, Rue de Rome, Paris 8th arrondissement
Oberkampf Baths and Showers — 42, Rue Oberkampf, Paris 11th arrondissement (closed for an indefinite period per the City of Paris)
Audubon Baths and Showers — 11, Rue Audubon, Paris 12th arrondissement
Charenton Baths and Showers — 188, Rue de Charenton, Paris 12th arrondissement
Butte-aux-Cailles Baths and Showers — 5, Place Paul-Verlaine, Paris 13th arrondissement
Blomet Baths and Showers — 17, Rue Blomet, Paris 15th arrondissement
Les Amiraux Baths and Showers — 6, Rue Hermann-Lachapelle, Paris 18th arrondissement
Ney Baths and Showers — 134, Boulevard Ney, Paris 18th arrondissement
Meaux Baths and Showers — 18, Rue de Meaux, Paris 19th arrondissement
Petitot Baths and Showers — 1, Rue Petitot, Paris 19th arrondissement
Rouvet Baths and Showers — 1, Rue Rouvet, Paris 19th arrondissement
Des Haies Baths and Showers — 27, Rue des Haies, Paris 20th arrondissement
Pyrénées Baths and Showers — 296, Rue des Pyrénées, Paris 20th arrondissement
Two Bridges Baths and Showers — 8, Rue des Deux-Ponts, Paris City Centre / 4th arrondissement
Saint-Merri Baths and Showers — 18, Rue du Renard, Paris City Centre / 4th arrondissement
Before you go, it's wise to check the real-time hours on the City of Paris website, as opening times can change due to service constraints.
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Dates and Opening Time
From May 26, 2026 to December 31, 2029
Official website
www.paris.fr
