Parc de Bercy 

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Parc de Bercy is a large green space located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, developed on the former site of the Bercy warehouses. It covers approximately 14 hectares and consists of three distinct themed gardens: the Romantic Garden, the Prairies Garden, and the Parterres Garden. This park offers a pleasant setting for walking, relaxation, and outdoor activities, with wooded areas, lawns, water features, playgrounds, and artistic installations. It is also close to the French Cinematheque and the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy (Accor Arena).

Where is Parc de Bercy located?

Parc de Bercy is located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, along the banks of the Seine, between the Bercy district and Gare de Lyon. Its main address is generally considered to be around Boulevard de Bercy and Rue Paul Belmondo. It is easily accessible by public transportation. The address of Parc de Bercy is: 41 rue Paul Belmondo - 75012 Paris.

Opening hours and practical information

Parc de Bercy is open every day, but its opening hours vary according to the seasons:

  • From November to February: every day from 8:00 AM (9:00 AM on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) to 5:45 PM
  • From March to October: every day from 8:00 AM (9:00 AM on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) to 7:30 PM
  • In April and September: every day from 8:00 AM (9:00 AM on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) to 8:30 PM
  • From May to August: every day from 8:00 AM (9:00 AM on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) to 9:30 PM

Getting to Parc de Bercy by public transport

To access Parc de Bercy via public transportation:

Metro

RER

Bus

Parc de Bercy: what to visit nearby

Around Parc de Bercy, several sites and points of interest are worth visiting, including:

  • The French Cinematheque: a museum and archive center dedicated to cinema, featuring exhibitions, screenings, and events.
  • Accor Arena (Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy): a large venue for shows and sporting events, concerts, and various performances.
  • The Bercy Village district: a former warehouse site redeveloped into a shopping area with shops, restaurants, and cafés.
  • The Seine and its quays: a pleasant promenade along the Seine, with options for river cruises.
  • Gare de Lyon: a historic landmark with its famous restaurant Le Train Bleu, a departure point for travel.
  • Parc de la Coulée Verte René-Dumont: a green walkway on a former elevated railway, accessible on foot from Bercy.

These places offer a good balance of culture, leisure, gastronomy, and relaxation, perfectly complementing a visit to the park.

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