The Pont des Arts

The Pont des Arts, in Paris

The Pont des Arts is an elegant pedestrian footbridge over the Seine, one of the most romantic bridges of Paris. The Paris audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this emblematic place, which links the Louvre to the Institut de France, facing superb views.

The romantic footbridge over the Seine

The Pont des Arts is an elegant pedestrian footbridge that spans the Seine, linking the Louvre Palace to the Institut de France. Reserved for walkers, it offers one of the finest views of Paris over the river, the Île de la Cité and its monuments. A place of promenade, meeting and contemplation, prized by artists, lovers and photographers, it often returns in films and series. At sunset, it is one of the most romantic places of the capital, where you linger to admire the light over the Seine.

What to see

Here you enjoy the pedestrian footbridge linking the Louvre to the Institut de France, with one of the finest views of Paris over the Seine, the Île de la Cité and its monuments. The Pont des Arts is one of the most romantic bridges of the capital. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Pont des Arts lies on the Seine, linking the Louvre to the Institut de France, in the heart of Paris, reachable on foot. It is a public pedestrian footbridge, freely accessible at all times. The view is particularly beautiful at sunset.

What does the Pont des Arts link in Paris?

The Louvre Palace to the Institut de France, by a pedestrian footbridge offering one of the finest views of Paris over the Seine and the Île de la Cité.

Where is the Pont des Arts?

On the Seine, in the heart of Paris, in France.