Rue des Barres, Medieval pedestrian street in 4th arrondissement, France
The Rue des Barres extends for 130 meters with a width of 10 meters, connecting rue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville to rue François-Miron.
The street received its name from the Hôtel des Barres, constructed around 1250, and previously featured water-powered mills along the Seine river banks.
The street demonstrates medieval Parisian architecture through its preserved half-timbered houses dating from the 16th century and religious buildings.
Located near the Seine River and Church of Saint-Gervais, this street provides direct access to local bakeries and cheese shops in the Marais district.
Number 12 Rue des Barres contains remnants of an abbey that underwent reconstruction in 1540 using traditional half-timbered construction techniques.
Location: 4th arrondissement of Paris
Location: Quartier Saint-Gervais
Location: Paris
Inception: 1260
Length: 130 m
Width: 10 m
Part of: road network of Paris
Shares border with: rue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, rue du Grenier-sur-l'Eau, rue François-Miron
GPS coordinates: 48.85530,2.35528
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
The streets of France display the country's history. From Paris cobblestone lanes to Strasbourg canals and Nice promenades, they feature historic timber houses, markets, and shops.
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