Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir

Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge spanning the Seine River between the Bercy and Gare districts. Its steel framework extends 304 meters with intersecting curved forms and features a wooden walking surface combined with printed glass panels.

An international architecture competition in 1998 led to the bridge's design, with construction supervised by architect Dietmar Feichtinger between 2004 and 2006. Its completion created a new link between two evolving neighborhoods on opposite sides of the river.

The bridge carries the name of French philosopher Simone de Beauvoir, honoring her legacy as visitors cross between two riverbanks. This naming choice makes her presence felt in the everyday movement of people through the city.

The 12-meter-wide crossing features separate lanes for pedestrians and cyclists, ensuring safe passage between the districts. Its level design makes it easy to use and comfortable for all visitors.

The central section of the bridge was manufactured at the Eiffel plant in Alsace and traveled an unusual route to reach Paris. It was transported through North Sea canals and rivers before final assembly on the Seine.

Location: Quartier de Bercy

Location: Quartier de la Gare

Location: 13th arrondissement of Paris

Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 2006

Architects: Dietmar Feichtinger

Official opening: 2006

Length: 304 m

Width: 12 m

Part of: road network of Paris

GPS coordinates: 48.83528,2.37800

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04