Place Charles-de-Gaulle, Grand square at the intersection of three arrondissements in Paris, France.
Place Charles-de-Gaulle is a circular square with a diameter of about 240 meters, with twelve broad avenues radiating outward from the center. This geometric layout creates a significant traffic hub in the heart of Paris, where the famous Arc of Triumph stands.
The square was originally known as Place de l'Étoile, named for its star-shaped layout created by the radiating streets. It received its current name in 1970 following the death of President Charles de Gaulle.
The Arc of Triumph at the center holds the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and an eternal flame that honors those who served in the French military. Visitors can climb to the top and look out over the city from above.
Use the pedestrian tunnels underneath the square to reach the Arc safely, as crossing the multiple traffic lanes on foot is dangerous. Early morning or late evening visits work best when traffic is lighter and the area is easier to navigate.
The twelve streets radiating from the square create such complex traffic patterns that some insurance companies refuse to cover drivers in this area. This chaotic system has made the spot a notorious place in Paris traffic.
Location: 8th arrondissement of Paris
Location: 16th arrondissement of Paris
Location: 17th arrondissement of Paris
Location: Quartier des Champs-Élysées
Location: Chaillot
Location: Quartier du Faubourg-du-Roule
Location: Quartier des Ternes
Inception: 1670
Length: 240 m
Width: 240 m
Part of: road network of Paris
Shares border with: avenue Carnot, avenue de Friedland, avenue de la Grande-Armée, Avenue de Wagram, avenue des Champs-Élysées, avenue d'Iéna, avenue Foch, avenue Hoche, avenue Kléber, avenue Mac-Mahon, avenue Marceau, avenue Victor-Hugo
GPS coordinates: 48.87389,2.29472
Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:10
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