Square Michel-Foucault

Square Michel-Foucault is a small green outdoor area at the intersection of Rue Saint-Jacques and Rue des Écoles in the 5th arrondissement. With benches, paved paths, and a children's play area, this space functions as an oasis between the buildings of the academic neighborhood.

The space opened in 2005 as a result of transforming the western portion of the neighboring Square Auguste-Mariette-Pacha. Its creation honored French thinker Michel Foucault and his connection to the intellectual tradition of the district.

The space is named after the French philosopher Michel Foucault and draws students and thinkers who linger in this intellectual neighborhood. Visitors experience it as a place for reflection, where the academic character of the area becomes tangible.

The space is accessible 24 hours daily, allowing visitors to stop by at any time. Seating areas are available, so you can sit down and watch the activity around you without feeling rushed.

A bronze statue from 1882 depicts Dante Alighieri and references a historical connection between this location and the early University of Paris. The sculpture tells of a literary and academic story that visitors often overlook.

Location: 5th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 2005

GPS coordinates: 48.84930,2.34517

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09