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Echoes of Ages: Latin Quarter's Hidden Past, Paris, Paris & Northern France

Echoes of Ages: Latin Quarter's Hidden Past

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Here is a walk through Paris's oldest streets and quieter corners, passing old churches, famous bookshops and hidden passageways filled with local legends and tales of revolution.

Along the way

1
Place Saint-Michel FountainBegin your journey at this iconic meeting point, a gateway to the Latin Quarter, rich with student history and ancient Roman roots.
2
Square René VivianiDiscover Paris's oldest planted tree, a Robinia pseudoacacia from 1601, and enjoy breathtaking views of Notre Dame Cathedral from this tranquil historical squar
3
Shakespeare and Company BookstoreStep into a legendary English-language bookstore, a haven for writers and intellectuals since 1951.
4
Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre Church & SquareExplore one of Paris's oldest churches, dating back to the 12th century, with its charming square.
5
Rue du Chat qui PêcheWander down what is reputed to be Paris's narrowest street, a tiny alley shrouded in medieval tales and local legends, offering a peek into the city's ancient,
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Passage du Commerce Saint-AndréWalk through this historic covered passage, a bustling hub during the French Revolution.

The route

Distance1.8 km
Walking≈ 27 min
Running≈ 12 min
Climb↑ 26 m
RouteCircular

A 1.8 km circular route from Paris to walk, run or cycle, with 26 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 26 m in total

Before you go

StartPlace Saint-Michel Fountain, Place Saint-Michel, 75005 ParisOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
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