Ile Saint-Louis
France
Formerly the île aux vaches (cow’s island), here you’ll find the most beautiful 16th and 17th century houses, constructed for the most part by architect Le Vau.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Île Saint-Louis, the smaller and more tranquil neighbor of the Île de la Cité. Stepping onto this island is like entering a time capsule of the 17th century. …
Listen in the app2Pont Saint-Louis and the Island Bridge
We begin our tour at the Pont Saint-Louis, the small pedestrianized bridge that connects the Île de la Cité to the Île Saint-Louis. From this vantage point, you have one of the most iconic views in Paris, looking back toward the…
Listen in the app3Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île: The Main Thoroughfare
Walking down the Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, you are on the island's primary artery. This street is lined with charming boutiques, art galleries, and historic cafes. …
Listen in the app4The Church of Saint-Louis-en-l'Île
The spiritual center of the island is the Eglise Saint-Louis-en-l'Île. Built between 1664 and 1725, this church is dedicated to Saint Louis, the patron saint of the island. …
Listen in the app5Berthillon: The World's Most Famous Ice Cream
No visit to the Île Saint-Louis is complete without trying Berthillon ice cream. Established in 1954, this family-run institution has become synonymous with the island. …
Listen in the app6The Cheese Museum and French Terroir
One of the island's newest and most fascinating attractions is the Cheese Museum (Musée du Fromage). As the first of its kind in Paris, it offers a deep dive into the 'terroir' of French cheese. …
Listen in the app7Quai de Béthune and the Island Docks
To truly experience the peace of the island, head down to the Quai de Béthune on the southern side. This dock is named after the aristocratic Béthune-Sully family and is lined with some of the most impressive mansions in Paris. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our stroll through the Île Saint-Louis comes to an end, we leave behind a world of aristocratic elegance and quiet tradition. We have journeyed from the bustling pedestrian bridge to the silent stone docks, sampled…
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What is Ile Saint-Louis?
Ile Saint-Louis is a place in France with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | France |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 48.8519, 2.3570 |
| Last updated |
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