The Drunken Boat, Literary bar in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris, France
The bar features wooden tables, poetry volumes lining shelves, and large windows overlooking the Seine River at 2 Rue des Grands Augustins.
Named after Arthur Rimbaud's 1871 poem, this establishment maintains connections to French literature through regular poetry readings and discussions.
Local poets and students gather in this space to share compositions, engage in literary debates, and continue the French tradition of cafe intellectual discourse.
Visitors can order French wines, artisanal beers, and light snacks while attending poetry sessions every Monday and Friday evening from 19:00 to 21:00.
The bar displays original manuscripts and first editions of French poetry behind glass cases, including rare documents from the Symbolist movement.
Location: Paris
Address: 67 Quai de Montebello, 75005 Paris, France 75005 Paris
Opening Hours: Monday 17:00-22:00; Friday 15:00-22:00
Phone: +33974641641
Website: https://parisseine.com/croisieres-privatives/les-terrasses-de-paris-seine
GPS coordinates: 48.85257,2.34841
Latest update: June 24, 2025 17:22
Paris has about thirty floating venues and bars along the Seine, Marne, and canals. These establishments offer waterside dining areas, often accompanied by musical or cultural events. There are various types of locations: converted barges as restaurants, terraces built directly on quays, historic sites along the Marne, and some accessible only by boat. Some have been around for decades and are among the highly rated floating venues, while others have recently opened to meet the increasing demand for outdoor spaces in the city. The offerings are diverse. There are traditional venues with musette dance music, rooftop cocktail bars, Mediterranean restaurants, and places that combine dining with entertainment halls. Most are located within Paris city limits, with a few found in nearby suburbs, particularly along the Marne in Joinville-le-Pont and Champigny-sur-Marne. Most operate mainly during good weather, though some remain open year-round in heated indoor spaces.
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