Porte de Charenton, City gate in 12th arrondissement, France
The Porte de Charenton stands at the intersection of Boulevard Poniatowski and Route de la Porte de Charenton in southeastern Paris district.
The gate marked an entry point through the 19th-century Thiers wall, which formed part of the last defensive fortification system around Paris.
The gate location has transformed into a transportation center where Metro Line 8 and Tramway Line 3a meet, connecting central Paris with suburbs.
Visitors can reach the gate area through Metro Line 8 at Porte de Charenton station, which offers connections to buses 77, 87, and 111.
The associated metro station maintains four tracks with two platforms, reflecting its former status as a terminal station until 1942.
Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris
Part of: city gates of Paris
GPS coordinates: 48.82980,2.40148
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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