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The rectangular design of the Champ-de-Mars recalls its initial purpose: a training ground for the military manoeuvres of the Ecole Militaire (Military School). Opened in 1780, it became an important place for national events: 'fête de la fédération' in 1790, the awarding of decorations by Napoleon I in 1804, then the setting for many world fairs. Lakes, ornamental ponds, winding walks and grottoes adorn the Champ-de-Mars. Many birds may be seen in the area and it is one of the rare places in Paris where the song of the tawny owl is heard at night.
Opening days and times
Open/Closed : Open 24hrs/24hrs
Open on those public holidays : Easter, Easter Monday, 1 May, 8 May, Ascension Day, Whitsuntide, Whit Monday, 14 July, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November, 25 December
Individual tours
Visite libre.
Independent tour.
Guided tour : Guided tours are organized by the "Direction des Parcs et Jardins"(parks and gardens head office) located 1 av Gordon Bennett 75016 PARIS. For further information, please phone at +33 140 71 75 60.
Programme available each year in the city hall of each district, at the reception hall of the Hotel de Ville, and at the Office de Tourisme de Paris.
Services
Foreign language tours.
Photos allowed.
Viewpoint.
Restaurant.
Practical informations
Parc du champ de mars
Quai Branly Avenue de la Motte Picquet 75007 PARIS
Métro : Ecole Militaire
RER : Champ-de-Mars
Bus : 42 - 69 -82 - 87
www.paris.fr
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