13th arrondissement of Paris

The 13th arrondissement spans 7.146 square kilometers on the left bank of the Seine River, containing four distinct neighborhoods: Salpêtrière, Gare, Maison-Blanche, and Croulebarbe.

The district underwent significant changes in 1860 when Paris expanded its boundaries, incorporating surrounding communes and establishing the current spiral arrangement of arrondissements from the city center.

The National Library of France, established in the late 14th century, moved to its current location in the 13th arrondissement in 1996, housing extensive collections and exhibitions.

The district connects to the rest of Paris through multiple metro stations, including the automated Line 14, which provides efficient transportation across the city.

The Manufacture des Gobelins, founded in 1662, continues to produce tapestries in this district, offering guided tours of their workshop and gallery three days each week.

Location: Paris

Inception: 1860

Shares border with: 5th arrondissement of Paris, 12th arrondissement of Paris, 14th arrondissement of Paris

Address: 13th arrondissement, 75013 Paris, France 75013 Paris

Website: https://mairie13.paris.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.83222,2.35556

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:04