Quai de Bourbon, Riverfront street in 4th arrondissement, France
Description
Quai de Bourbon is a 367-meter riverfront street along the Seine featuring historical townhouses and architecture spanning different periods. The street connects to rue des Deux-Ponts and follows the southern edge of Île Saint-Louis.
History
The street was created in 1614 as part of Paris urban expansion along the Seine. It received its name in honor of the Bourbon royal family during this period of city development.
Culture
The name comes from the House of Bourbon, the French royal family. Today locals and visitors use this walkway as a favored strolling route, offering views of the Seine and the Île de la Cité shoreline.
Practical
Quai de Bourbon is easily reached by metro line 7 at Pont Marie station. The street is level and suitable for walking, with benches along the water inviting you to pause and enjoy the view.
Did you know?
At Au Franc Pinot, number 1, sits a former cabaret with a classified wrought iron gate dating to the 1600s. This gate is a rare example of Parisian ironwork craftsmanship from that era.
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