Parc de Bercy is a 14-hectare public park in Paris’s 12th arrondissement, beside the Seine at 128 Quai de Bercy. Three gardens occupy the site of former wine warehouses: stroll among ponds and flower beds in the Jardin romantique, or find a vineyard, rose garden and vegetable plots in Les Parterres. Old railway tracks and a brick wine storehouse recall the area’s past. There are shaded paths and lawns for a walk or picnic, with Bercy Village nearby for shops and restaurants.
Three gardens on a former wine site
Parc de Bercy occupies the site of wine warehouses in Paris’s 12th arrondissement, along the right bank of the Seine. The 14-hectare park is arranged as three gardens, each with a different feel and purpose. Its paths connect ornamental planting, open lawns and quieter corners where you can sit among trees.
The Jardin romantique has flower-filled paths, ponds and reed beds. Water, planted banks and bridges make this part suited to a slower walk. The ponds are also home to wildlife, including ducks. In other sections, geometric lawns open up beneath the Accor Arena.
Gardens, vines and traces of trade
Les Parterres brings together cultivated plots, including vegetable gardens, rose beds and a small vineyard. La Maison du Jardinage adds an educational element with garden exhibitions and courses. In April and May, the grounds around the gardening centre are in bloom.
The park’s planting sits alongside reminders of Bercy’s earlier role in wine storage. Look for preserved railway tracks and an old brick wine warehouse. These details connect the gardens to the trade that once occupied this stretch of the river, while the surrounding park has been designed for recreation and biodiversity.
Planning a walk in the park
You can walk, jog or take a picnic break among the lawns and shaded paths. Benches provide places to pause, and the park has play areas and sports facilities. Dogs are permitted in some areas, so check the signs as you explore.
Bercy Village, with its shops and restaurants, is close by. The Cinémathèque Française is also beside the park. The address is 128 Quai de Bercy. If you want to add a workout, Calisthenics Parc near Port de Bercy has outdoor fitness equipment.
FAQ
Where is Parc de Bercy?
It is at 128 Quai de Bercy in Paris’s 12th arrondissement, beside the Seine.
What can you see at Parc de Bercy?
The three gardens include ponds, flower beds, a small vineyard and vegetable plots. Preserved railway tracks and a brick wine warehouse recall the site’s history.
Are dogs allowed in Parc de Bercy?
Dogs are allowed in some parts of the park. Check the signs to see where they can go.
What is the best time to see flowers at La Maison du Jardinage?
April and May are suggested for flowers around the gardening centre.
