Pont-Neuf

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Address: Pont Neuf, Paris
Hours: Open daily year-round
Admission: Free

ATTRACTION Keywords:
Walking/Hiking, Bridge, Monument - Historical

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The white stone spans of Paris' oldest bridge, ironically called 'New Bridge', have linked the Île de la Cité with both banks of the Seine since 1607. That's when Henri IV inaugurated the bridge by riding across on a white stallion.

The Pont Neuf and the nearby place Dauphine were used for public exhibitions in the 18th century. In the last century the bridge itself became an objet d'art on at least three occasions: in 1963, when School of Paris artist Nonda built, exhibited and lived in a huge Trojan horse of steel and wood on the bridge; in 1984 when the Japanese designer Kenzo covered it in flowers; and in 1985 when the Bulgarian-born 'environmental sculptor' Christo famously wrapped it in beige fabric.

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Review by Kevin M, April 2013
Doing what: Paris City Tour and Seine River Cruise

This tour was a great introduction to the wonders of Paris!

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Review by Jackie W, November 2012
Doing what: Paris City Tour and Seine River Cruise

Had a great time, very informative coach tour, easy to find and the river cruise was very relaxing. Beautiful views.

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Review by Jackie W, November 2012
Doing what: Paris City Tour and Seine River Cruise

Had a great time, very informative coach tour, easy to find and the river cruise was very relaxing. Beautiful views.

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Practical Info

The Pont Neuf runs between the right and left banks of the Seine River in the middle of Paris, on its way touching one end of the Ile de la Cite where Notre Dame stands. Its seven arches, graced by humorous, grotesque figures of dentists, pickpockets, loiterers and the like, are best viewed from the river.

The closest metro station is Pont Neuf on line 7.

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