Promenade des Berges-de-la-Seine-André-Gorz, street of Paris, France
The Promenade des Berges-de-la-Seine-André-Gorz is a wide pathway along the river in Paris, lined with benches, trees, and green spaces. It extends from the Musée d'Orsay to the Pont de l'Alma and features flat, level terrain suitable for walking and cycling.
This site began as a highway project from the 1970s that was halted due to environmental protests. In 2012, the road was closed to traffic, and the space was transformed into a public green area, opening as a promenade in 2013.
The promenade is named after philosopher André Gorz, whose ideas about sustainable living shaped the vision for this space along the water. Locals use it as a place for daily gatherings, picnics, and quiet moments, where the rhythm of city life slows down and people connect with each other and the river.
The walkway is easy to access for everyone, with flat surfaces suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Several nearby metro stations such as Invalides and Musée d'Orsay make it simple to reach the promenade.
During summer months, the promenade becomes part of Paris Plages, a program that brings temporary sand and lounge chairs to the riverbank. This transforms the space into a beach-like atmosphere right in the middle of the city.
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