7/15/19 Paris France

As you know, we are staying outside of Paris in the village of Senlis. We decided to visit Paris on Monday, the 15th, day after Bastille Day, thinking the city might be a little hungover and quiet, wrong.

It’s simple to get to Paris from here, quick regional train trip to Gare du Nord, then a metro to Gare de Lyon and 45 minutes later we are walking the river Seine!

Tour guide Cindy planned a walking tour along the river Seine, 15 miles in total. Away we go! First stop Plaza de Bastille, it’s under renovation but still lovey. Than the Place des Vosges.

Next stop the Hotel de Ville, city hall.

Next stop, Notre Dame cathedral which is being quickly rebuilt after the devastating fire. It’s closed to the public, but construction is proceeding rapidly.

The Louvre is always a favorite and was packed with tour bus people 😏

Next up my favorite bridge, Pont Alexander III, it’s stunning!

Now a long walk to the Eiffel Tower, the Paris landmark! It’s now fenced off and you must have a ticket to access. We went to the top in 1986. Once is enough for us. Stunning, even from the ground.

Walking up the hill past the Palais de Chaillot, through a back access to the Arc de Triomphe.

Stroll down the Champs Elysees to a metro station which we took to Gare de Nord, and a regional train home to enjoy a glass of vino on our patio.

Lovely weather, mid 70’s, crowds very heavy, but we missed the worst by starting at 6:30 AM.

Cheers, Au revoir😎👍🍷