Square Jehan-Rictus

Square Jehan-Rictus is an urban park at Place des Abbesses planted with fruit trees, laurels, and hornbeam hedges. The garden includes specialized sections with medicinal plants and rose collections that reflect traditional French horticultural practices.

The park was created in 1936 on the site of the former Montmartre town hall after the building was demolished. A major renovation in 1994 significantly improved its design and features.

The square takes its name from French poet Gabriel Randon, who wrote under the pen name Jehan-Rictus and influenced early 20th century literature. His name connects the place to Montmartre's artistic heritage and reminds visitors of the neighborhood's literary roots.

The park is easily accessible from Abbesses Metro Station on Line 12 or by the Montmartrobus service designed for the neighborhood's narrow streets. The garden is open to the public with shaded areas under trees for walking and resting.

The park maintains a carefully curated collection of roses and medicinal plants rooted in traditional French gardening practices. These specialized plant collections make it a quiet testament to historical botanical traditions in Montmartre.