Quai d'Austerlitz

Quai d'Austerlitz is a waterfront promenade running nearly 900 meters along the left bank of the Seine. The paved walkway connects Gare d'Austerlitz station to the industrial Docks building complex, creating a clear pathway between major landmarks.

Originally called Quai de l'Hôpital in the early 1700s, it was renamed to honor Napoleon's 1805 victory at the Battle of Austerlitz. The renamed promenade became a symbol of imperial achievement during a period of urban development in the 13th arrondissement.

The waterfront hosts the Art Ludique Museum and the French Fashion Institute within a converted warehouse structure. These institutions attract visitors interested in contemporary art and fashion design displayed in a historic industrial setting.

The promenade is easily accessible with clear stairs and ramps connecting to the station, making it navigable for most visitors. The waterfront occasionally hosts seasonal events and activities, so the experience may vary depending on when you visit.

The Louise-Catherine barge, designed by architect Le Corbusier, sits at Port d'Austerlitz and once provided shelter for homeless people. The vessel showcases an unconventional use of architectural vision applied to social needs.

Location: 13th arrondissement of Paris

Location: Quartier de la Salpêtrière

Length: 901 m

Width: 24.5 m

Part of: road network of Paris

Shares border with: avenue Pierre-Mendès-France, boulevard Vincent-Auriol, place Valhubert, rue de Bellièvre, rue François-Bloch-Lainé, rue Fulton, rue Giffard, pont Charles-de-Gaulle, Pont de Bercy, quai de la Gare

GPS coordinates: 48.84070,2.36947

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06