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Ile de Saint Louis

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the Ile Saint-Louis, the smaller and more serene of the two natural islands in the Seine. While its neighbor, the Ile de la Cite, is the site of grand monuments like Notre-Dame and the Palais de Justice, the Ile…

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  2. 2The Architecture of the Grand Siècle

    The architecture of the Ile Saint-Louis is characterized by its sobriety and elegance. The primary street, Rue Saint-Louis-en-l'Ile, runs the length of the island and is lined with magnificent doorways and wrought-iron balconies. …

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  3. 3Culinary Tradition and River Views

    Despite its quiet nature, the Ile Saint-Louis is home to one of Paris’s most famous culinary institutions: Berthillon. Since 1954, this family-owned ice cream parlor has been a magnet for locals and visitors alike, serving…

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  4. 4Closing

    As you prepare to cross back to the main banks of the Seine and rejoin your Tootbus tour, take a moment to appreciate the stillness of the Ile Saint-Louis. In a city that is constantly evolving and moving at a frantic pace, this…

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What is Ile de Saint Louis?

Ile de Saint Louis is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates48.8515, 2.3525
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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