Rue de Birague

Rue de Birague is a narrow street in the Marais district running between Rue Saint-Antoine and Place des Vosges, lined with buildings dating to the early 1600s. The street measures around 112 meters long and 12 meters wide, with a uniform architectural character throughout.

The street took shape in 1605 as part of the royal project to develop Place des Vosges under King Henry IV. It underwent several name changes over the centuries before settling on its current name in 1864.

The street carries the memory of notable figures who lived here, including a famous letter-writing author and a sculptor of some renown. Walking along it today, you can see the buildings that housed these residents and shaped Parisian artistic life.

The street connects directly to Place des Vosges and lies near metro stations including Saint-Paul and Bastille. Walking is the best way to explore it, as car traffic is limited and the pedestrian space is quite narrow.

The Pavillon du Roi facade features King Henry IV's personal monogram carved into the stone, a rare touch that speaks to this street's royal connection. Many visitors pass by without noticing this heraldic detail.

Location: Paris

Location: 4th arrondissement of Paris

Location: Quartier de l'Arsenal

Inception: 1605

Length: 112 m

Width: 11.8 m

Part of: road network of Paris

Shares border with: place des Vosges, rue Saint-Antoine

GPS coordinates: 48.85440,2.36504

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:45