(Last Update: 07.09.2024) So far, in my articles, I have mentioned that there are three islands in Paris, and I even explained that two of them are natural and one is artificial, but in this article, I go a little outside the touristic center of Paris and see another very beautiful island. Jatte Island Yani Jatte IslandWe will get to know .
As you know, it is one of the two islands in the touristic center of Paris. Notre Dame Cathedralwhere is located Île de la Cité – Cité Island, the other one is right next to it, the famous ice cream parlor. Bertillonwhere is located Île Saint Louis – Saint Louis Island. What we call artificial island Eiffel Tower located on the side, Bir-Hakeim Bridgepassed over Île aux Cygnes – Kuğulu Island.
Île de la Jatte (la jat) again Seine Riverin the middle of Europe's largest financial center Paris La DefenseLocated right next to Courbevoie, located halfway between Neuilly-sur-Seine and Levallois, ca. A natural island 2 kilometers long and 200 meters wide. Although it is not located in the touristic center of Paris Grand Paris It is located inside. So, in a few years, this place will directly be called Paris.
It is a wonderful park, walking, sports and sightseeing area that I believe you will love in nice weather. There are several ways to come to this island but i tell you M3 metro I recommend that you come by line and get off at the last stop, Pont de Levallois – Bécon station. When you leave the station, walk towards the river and proceed to the middle of the bridge right in front of you. I think you will be impressed by the view you see when you turn your head to the left.
As you can see in the cover photo of this article, it is obvious Seine River, house boats on the left, park on the right and on the horizon Defense skyscrapers… The importance of protecting nature alongside modernity It stands before us as a very good example to demonstrate. Entrance to the island on this bridge (Pont de Neuilly), take the stairs on the left…
When you go down the stairs to Jatte Island, if you turn right and go to the north-eastern tip of the island, there is not much on this side; So I suggest you start your walk to the left. A wonderful park in the middle; Depending on the season, you will encounter people having a picnic, doing sports, or just lying on their side. If it's obvious soon hives for beekeeping and honey production You may find it interesting to see. It is very nice to encounter such a natural environment in the middle of the city, in a world metropolis like Paris. What is this, urban beekeeping is done even on the roofs of buildings in Paris :)
Since Jatte Island is generally thin and long, the walking track is either in the middle, on the right or on the left. When you have the chance to walk on the right or left, naturally Seine River You can walk along the shore, which is very enjoyable. If you walk in the middle, you will either come across parks or pass through a decent street where daily life continues and where there are mostly apartment buildings from today's period. People really want to have a house here. Once upon a time around here Patricia Kaas ve Nicolais Sarkozy Famous names like these also lived, but I don't know who is alive now.
After a while, the road splits into two. At this point, I prefer to proceed from the left. just on the left Tom Thumb There is a very nice restaurant called. We had our celebration dinner here in the summer of 2013, the day we bought our first car. Since then, I haven't had the opportunity to go again. There are so many good restaurants in Paris and its surroundings that even if one loves it very much, it is never the time to go again :)
The street you will encounter when you enter from the left is perhaps My favorite place on Jatte Island. The rows of two-three storey houses here remind me of Koşuyolu, where I spent my childhood. Of course, the back of the houses here Seine River, if we don't count that part 🙂 There are also houses and apartments on the right. I can't explain what a peaceful atmosphere it has. I hope the photos give an idea.
As you continue along the street, again on the left Seine Riverdescending towards tiny parks You come across them, you have the opportunity to enter them and go down to the river bank. The neighborhood is already a peaceful place, and the fact that they added such parks shows the importance given to people. They want not only the residents of Jatte Island but also people from outside to benefit from this island...
It is equally enjoyable to look at the houseboats lined up on the river bank. One naturally dreams of living in such a houseboat. AmsterdamOf course, there are many of these houseboats in Paris, but the dream of living on a houseboat in Paris is also heartwarming. However, it is not possible to predict what the realization of this dream will bring or lose in terms of comfort in one's life...
House prices on the island are naturally a bit extreme. You are right next to Paris and in such a peaceful environment. Seine RiverYou live in the middle of; Naturally, this is a bit costly. Another problem with this beauty is the floods experienced in the Seine River in some years. At such times, the water rises considerably. Side roads become unwalkable. I have read that the insurance risk costs of these houses are quite high. That's why I think it's best to have a nice tour and then return to our normal lives rather than owning a house here :)
There is also a nice cafe-restaurant at the end of the street. The Guinguette of Neuilly There is, but I haven't had the chance to try this place yet. When you pass this restaurant, you reach the main street, and although the environment seems calm - since you are used to silence - the noise of the vehicles passing on the street is too much for you. Because people get used to silence so quickly.
If you turn left from the bridge, you will be heading towards the center of Paris, on a side street on the way. American Hospital there is; Even if you turn right Courbevoieor after DefenseYou can move towards , but we continue walking along the island without deviating from the road. By the way, the cafe-restaurant in the right corner Le Nouveau Paris it is pleasant; I once sat here and had a long coffee chat with my Irish friend Marian and my Malaysian friend Agnes. We found the house on the top floor of this building while looking for a house before we first settled in Paris, it was for rent; We almost bought this house, but that's life...
Although the next part of the road is not as fascinating as the road we have traveled so far, there are still quite a few beautiful things to see. seen from between houseboatsI think you will be interested in the beautiful parks, interesting buildings and sports fields that you come across from time to time. especially big football fields ve tennis courts It makes you say, "Oh, if I lived around here, I would come to Jatte Island every day and do sports here." By the way, before you get to the courts, there is a nice restaurant on the left, right by the water: Restaurant Les Pieds Dans l'Eau...
Once you pass the tennis court and climb the stairs, there is a small bridge on the left; The view from this bridge (as below) is also very beautiful, but we will cross this bridge on our way back, so let's continue on our way. There is a restaurant at the top of the bridge, but I don't know whether it is open to members or everyone can enter; If you wish, you can try it and share your thoughts with us in the comments section.
As we approach the southwestern end of Jatte Island, we come across a last park and it is at the end of the park, that is, at the very tip of the island. Buttes-Chaumont Parkone like in with the temple We meet. Temple de l'Amour – Temple of Love A separate article could be written for this statue called, but in summary: 1785The old name of this statue made in Temple de Mars – Temple of Marswas and used to be Parc MonceauIt was located in . 1830It changed its name and moved to its current location on Jatte Island. I don't like how it looks today, but it sure looks beautiful from afar.
Jatte Island is also impressionists It was also one of the places that inspired me. George Seurat's famous painting “Un dimanche après-midi à l'Île de la Grande Jatte – A Sunday on the Island of Grande Jatte” and Van Gogh's painting "La Seine et le pont de la Grande Jatte - Seine River and the Grand Jatte" is the first thing that comes to my mind... You will also come across panels displaying examples of impressionist paintings on the walking track on the island. If you are interested in the Impressionism movement Orsay Museum, Marmottan-Monet Museum ve Givernyin Museum of ImpressionismYou need to add to your list of places to see…
If you turn back from this end of Jatte Island, go back to the first pedestrian bridge on the right and cross over, you can discover Neuilly-sur-Seine, one of the most pleasant and stylish suburbs of Paris. Although there is nothing very impressive other than the living quarters, it is lush and green. If you want to walk the peaceful streets and relax a little more, You are in the right place. Even if you walk to the right M1 of the metro You reach Pont de Neuilly station, from where you can easily return to the tourist centre. Or just ahead on the opposite side of the road is lush greenery. Forest of Boulogne... Defense Even though the side seems to be right across from Pont de Neuilly, I recommend you go by public transportation because there is a lot of vehicle noise if you walk. Of course, if you are going to Île de Puteaux, then it is different.
Yes, there is also one right next to Jatte Island. Île de Puteaux – Puteaux Island There is, which is the subject of a separate article. For some reason I don't go to Puteaux Island very often, it's my home where I lived for ten years. Defense'.n Courbevoie He made it a habit to usually spend time on Jatte Island because it is on the side. Now Every time I come to Paris the house I stay in again in Courbevoie Because this is my neighbor's door 😉
I hope you enjoy as much as I did while visiting Île de la Jatte – Jatte Island and its surroundings on a beautiful day, pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries…
Address: 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
Other Islands:
- Île de la Cité – Cité Island
- Île de Saint Louis – Saint Louis Island
- Île aux Cygnes – Kuğulu Island
- Île de Puteaux – Puteaux Island
- Île Seguin – Seguin Island
- Île Saint Germain – Saint Germain Island
