Square Louis-XIII

Square Louis-XIII is an urban park at Place des Vosges featuring gravel paths, open lawns, and four fountains fed by water from the Ourcq canal. The layout creates distinct areas for walking and gathering, with trees providing shade throughout the grounds.

The plaza was created in 1682 as an enclosed garden centered around an equestrian monument to the king. This original statue was destroyed during the French Revolution, and the space later received a new sculptural representation.

The space is dedicated to King Louis XIII, and his equestrian statue forms the focal point of the plaza. Visitors can experience how the monument anchors the park's identity and connects residents to French royal history through daily use of the space.

The park is open to visitors throughout the day and sits near two metro stations for easy access. Wide pathways and clear layout make it simple to move around the space without confusion.

A major renovation in the 1970s brought Crimean lime trees to the perimeter and horse chestnut trees to the center, creating the park's current tree-lined character. These plantings offer varying patterns of shade and seasonal color throughout the year.

Location: 4th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 1682

Part of: place des Vosges

GPS coordinates: 48.85570,2.36549

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:09