Square Jasmin

Square Jasmin is a garden square located in Auteuil in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, stretching approximately 57 meters in length and 6 meters in width. This narrow green corridor sits within the residential area and serves as a pedestrian-oriented space with one-way traffic flow.

Originally known as Impasse Jasmin, the space was redesignated as a public square in 1927. This transformation was part of broader urban modernization efforts in the 16th arrondissement during the early 20th century.

The square is named after French poet Jacques Boé, known as Jasmin, who lived from 1798 to 1864 and had ties to this neighborhood. The name reflects the literary heritage of the district and its connection to 19th-century French letters.

Access is gained from Rue Jasmin between house numbers 8 and 16, where it connects to the surrounding residential area. The nearby Metro station Jasmin on Avenue Mozart provides convenient public transportation access to the neighborhood.

The square functions as a private road within Paris's street network, creating an enclosed space that feels separate from the surrounding city. This unusual legal status makes it a hidden green retreat that many visitors pass by without noticing.

Location: 16th arrondissement of Paris

Location: Auteuil

Inception: 1927

Length: 57.53 m

Width: 6 m

Part of: road network of Paris

Shares border with: rue Jasmin, rue Robert-Turquan

GPS coordinates: 48.85250,2.26675

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:26