Guinguette de l'ile du Martin-Pêeheur

La Guinguette de l'Île du Martin-Pêcheur

Forget the hectic pace of city life and take a trip back in time by making your way to Paris’s eastern suburbs, where the open-air cafés lining the banks of the river Marne are sure to put you in a good mood.

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Description

Opening from 10 July 2023

Offering both food and accordion-accompanied dances, the guinguettes, as they were known, were a roaring success in the late 19th century, becoming Parisians’ favourite weekend haunts, where crowds would flock to drink, eat, dance and be merry in a bucolic riverside atmosphere. The whole philosophy oozes joie de vivre.

Today, just like then, you can make your way over the footbridge to the Ile du Martin-Pêcheur. Behind the curtain of horse chestnut and weeping willow trees lining the banks, another world lies in wait…

The white wine is flowing under the arbours, the tables are teeming with timeless specialities (deep-fried gudgeons, snail stir fry, authentic andouillette, grilled prime rib of beef and fries, raspberry vacherin, chocolate mousse…) and, between two mouthfuls, some dance to the strains of the accordion (waltz, bachata, salsa, etc.), while others indulge in boisterous games of pétanque by the riverside. The party is in full swing. It’s like stepping inside a Renoir painting!

Fancy enjoying a balmy summer evening? Check out our addresses for chilling out and partying with family and friends.

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Community facilities

Access and contact

41 quai Victor Hugo
94500 Champigny-sur-Marne

Days and opening hours

From 1007 to 01/11. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Prices

Tour

Spoken languages

  • French
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41 quai Victor Hugo
94500 Champigny-sur-Marne

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