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Gardens of the Observatory of Paris

Faubourg Saint-Jacques

Escape the Luxembourg crowds in this overlooked green stretch where elegant lawns and a grand fountain meet a curious secret: the brick path traces the historic Arago meridian. Look for the statues, one of which a visitor swears looks ready to roll the dice on Jumanji.

Peaceful retreat
Observatory history
Elegant statues
Tree-lined lawns

Tips

🎲"really cool statue that looks like he's playing jumanji"
🧭the brick path traces the historic Arago meridian
🌳centennial trees and wild bushes throughout

Gardens of the Observatory of Paris

98 Bd Arago, 75014 Paris, France