(Last Update: 03.03.2024) It is really difficult to write about Châtelet, one of the liveliest and liveliest areas in the heart of Paris. Because this is a region so rich in diversity that I don't know what to write, where to start, or how to draw the boundaries of the article, but we have to start somewhere; So let's get started 😉
1st and 4th districts of Paris boroughlocated to cover ChâteletThe pronunciation of “shatleI would especially like to point out that. center on paper Châtelet Square – Place du Châtelet This district, which appears as 'covers a very large area. Since daily life does not flow much in this square, for me Châtelet is just above this square. Rivoli Streetstarting from Forum des HallesThe area towards, or even slightly above, Etienne Marcel I can say the area up to the area where the metro is located. So, to get to know Châtelet, take a look from above, one of the most comprehensive transportation connections in Paris. Châtelet – Les Halles StationLet the region covering the exits of ' be our starting point for the trip.
One end of their outlets Forum des Halles, one end Place du Châteletgiant in Châtelet – Les Halles StationOne of the two best options to join life from Forum des Halles, the other one too Rivoli Street There will be exits.
Forum des Halles" which we can call as the main exit gate ofPort LescotThe street we were on when we came to Châtelet from Rue Pierre Lescot. Here, the shops selling postcards, photographs and posters right in front of you and on the side street welcome you warmly. There are many restaurants and cafes on this street (and others, and even on almost every corner of the Châtelet). I really don't know which one to recommend. I think almost all of them will make you happy.
If you go to a back street, it is also a long pedestrian path. Rue St. Denis It is mentioned as . If you turn right and start walking, a typical, beautiful Paris awaits you. A few though. Mahmutpasa There are shops selling cheesy clothes, but other than that, it is an extremely enjoyable walking path. Since the area is at an important intersection connecting many remote suburbs to Paris, profile It might be a little different.
If you go down a little, you will see a large square and a beautiful fountain in the middle. Fontain des Innocents – Fountain of the Innocents Where this fountain called Cimetière des Innocents, a former cemetery in Paris There was one and this was the first cemetery to be abolished in Paris. From here collected bones The Famous Catacombs of Paris: CatacombsMoved to… Now life continues with all its liveliness in this square. Especially from 2017 new year in paris here before the period christmas market started to be established. The place where death once existed remains today as the center of life. Life is like this...
On the other corner of the square was Pizza Eno, which used to be my favorite pizzeria in Paris, but it closed; After being empty for a long time, another pizzeria opened in its place, but I never went to the new one. However, what beautiful memories I had there; That's why I feel heartbroken every time I pass here, and at the same time, I consider myself lucky to have been able to accumulate those beautiful memories.
As you walk down the pedestrian path, shops, large and small buffets, a few Turkish doner shops and restaurants, as well as many eating and drinking places such as Café Oz await you. By the way, let me just point out that when you walk on this street and turn right and left at the intersection with Rue des Lombards, there are very nice "Jazz Clubs" on both sides, as well as bars that may attract the attention of young people.
But it would be better if we continue walking down Rue Saint Denis without turning left or right, we should wait for the evening to listen to jazz or enjoy a beer at the bar :) This road will take us Châtelet – Les Halles StationLocated at the Châtelet end of Paris, one of the liveliest streets of Paris. Rivoli StreetIt will deliver to . Here, on the right, a little inside, there is the metro station exit whose photo you see at the beginning of this article. If you want to see it, you have to walk a little from the right, but I recommend you turn left from Rue de Rivoli and move towards the tower you see on the left. This street was closed to traffic some time ago, nowadays it is just municipal buses, taxis and can use bicycles.
The name of the tower rising from the middle of a small, green park Tour Saint Jacques (tour you jack or tuğg you jack). Another article that needs to be explained to you in detail. :) But for now this is 54 meter Tour Saint Jacquesof, which was once a church here Saint Jacques de la BoucherieIt is enough to know that it is the bell tower that remains from 😉
If you can manage not to get carried away by the charm of Rue de Rivoli, you can go down from the park where this tower is located. Seine River I recommend you walk to the side. As you scroll down, you will see what I said at the beginning of the article. Place du ChâteletYou have reached . In the middle square, on the column Victory Yani Zafer There is a golden female statue named and a fountain whose bottom is made in Ancient Egyptian style. Fontain du Palmier – Palm FountainYou will see . on your right Thâtre du Châtelet – Châtelet Theater, is on your left Thâtre de la Ville – City Theater is available. As I said, each of these is the subject of a separate article; I should never have searched this Châtelet file :) In fact, in December 2022 A Week in Paris That beautiful cafe-restaurant where we held my book signing Le Sarah Bernhardt It's just around the corner... What a beautiful evening it was. what a beautiful moment happened. Anyway, let's continue our walk:
Lose yourself at the end of this square Pont au ChangeI recommend you not to cross on this walk. Yes, Notre Dame Cathedralwhere is located Île de la Cité – Cité IslandIt's a great place to visit in , but I think we should finish our Châtelet trip first. For now let's know that the bridge right in front of you is Pont au Change and Cite IslandThe building visible just to the right of the bridge in , is also famous. Concierge and right around the corner is the oldest square clock in Paris. Horloge du Palais de la Cite and that it is. Come on, come back and see if you can come back :) And the wonderful hiking trail at the bottom of Châtelet. Rives de Seine Park There is, what will we do with it? 🙂
With those who managed to return, we walk towards Tour Saint Jacques and reach Rue de Rivoli. If you walk left down the street Louvre Museum ve Concorde Square Even if you walk to the side, to the right Paris City Hall – Hôtel de Ville, Marais District ve Bastille You move towards the side. Each one is more beautiful than the other. Oh, and a great walking street. Rue Saint Honoré But that is the subject of an article in itself…
Or if you wish Boulevard de Sébastapol – Boulevard SébastapolIf you walk a little up from and walk in on the fourth right (Rue Aubry le Boucher) Centre Pompidouto, and after that Marais DistrictYou can reach . MarshI wrote about before but Centre Pompidouthe region where Beaubourg It is mentioned as, which requires a separate article…
Yes, briefly, I can say these for now for those who are wondering where and what is Châtelet and what kind of place Châtelet is. Over time, I added new articles to the blog containing details from the region, but no matter how much I write, it is not enough, because Châtelet is never ending... At least for now, everyone who reads this article is interested in Châtelet."shatle" He knows it is pronounced as… Also, Châtelet means “chateau” :)
The region is an ideal place to stay. In a central location, Châtelet – Les Halles Station We can say that it is a district/neighborhood/region where you can easily reach everywhere during your trip to Paris, as it is on an extremely important connection point such as Paris. Where to Stay in Paris In my article, I suggested a few hotels in this region. What you need to pay attention to, Forum des HallesWhen you reach Rue Saint Denis from Seine River If you walk north, towards Etienne Marcel, rather than towards the Etienne Marcel side, you will come across several sex shop and this type of club will emerge. family accommodation If you think about it, it might be a good idea to consider this.
Although these sex shops PigalleThey are not as big as the ones in , but if you are a family with children, it may be a problem; Otherwise, there is no problem of the streets being unsafe. Especially further north, Turkish Quarter If you continue towards the street to prostitutes You are likely to come across it. Forum des HallesI would advise you not to go too far to the north of , at least to the north of Rue Saint Denis. Of course, this is only for families with children, otherwise no one bothers anyone on the street. I have never encountered the slightest negativity while wandering around here. Everyone lives in their own world. Sin to those who want sin, good deed to those who want good deed; Paris is such a place…
Another thing you should pay attention to in this region active day and night It should be acknowledged from the beginning that it may be a noisy area for those looking for peace and tranquility for an overnight stay. Therefore, if you are a family with small children or if the activity that lasts until late at night bothers you, you should not choose this area. Sometimes the Châtelet crowd can become unpleasant. From some distant suburbs, The Other ParisA strange crowd from , can draw a different profile of Paris. Let's say typical metropolitan problems…
All in all Châtelet is a beautiful place. I realize I haven't said much about food and drink; Since Pizza Eno closed, I don't eat there more often if I'm in this area. Marais DistrictI prefer the cafes and restaurants in , but don't pay attention to me, there are beautiful eating and drinking places in almost every corner of Châtelet; I'm sure you'll be satisfied no matter which one you go to; In fact, I would always be happy if you share with us what you like.
Because life is better when shared...
Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries.
Address: Châtelet, 75001 Paris
