Porte Saint-Denis
Paris, France
Built in 1672, it is a triumphal arch 24 meters high, commemorating the victories of Louis XIV.
Porte Saint-Denis is a historic triumphal arch in Paris, built in 1672 to commemorate Louis XIV's victories in the Dutch War. Inspired by the Roman Arch of Titus, it is 24 meters high and 24 meters wide. It is richly decorated with bas-reliefs depicting battle scenes and allegories. It is one of the city's most important historical symbols, built on the site of a medieval gate in the former wall of Charles V.
- Visit time: 25 min
How long does it take to visit Porte Saint-Denis?
Plan about 25 min.
Nearby
- Musée des Arts et Métiers — 460 m
- Maison de Nicolas Flamel — 700 m
- Centre Pompidou — 1 km
- Hôtel de Soubise — 1.1 km
- Église Saint-Merri — 1.2 km
- Jardin du Palais Royal — 1.2 km
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