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The Best Skate Parks in Paris
Originally published by Natalie on January 2021 and updated by Vanessa on May 2023.
Skating is a popular pastime throughout Paris, and the chosen mode of transportation for a lot of people who live in the city center. There are public skateparks throughout the city, where anyone is welcome to practice their on-wheel skills.
The following are the better kept and safer of all the venues, with local funding being pumped into the upkeep and general aesthetic of the space. Read on!
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Skatepark de Bercy in Paris
Bercy is a Parisian district that was dramatically redone not very long ago, in attempt to drive more appeal into this part of the city. Inside of Bercy Park, you’ll find top of the range skating facilities and with a dynamic “street style” layout.
The best thing about the Bercy skatepark is that it has a roof, making it the most ideal skating point when the weather in Paris takes a turn. The park features halfpipes, ramps and arena space where skaters of all levels are welcome to interact.
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The park has a strict opening schedule that the caretaker of the grounds doesn’t mess around with. Lights off at 8:30pm sharp, so arrive early!
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Monday TO Sunday — 9am to 8:30pm
ADDRESS: Rue Raymond Aron, 75012 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Bercy
Espace Glisse de Paris 18 in Paris
Not only does the Espace Glisse de Paris have a roof, it’s entirely enclosed! This expansive skating facility is in the north of the city, in the outskirts of the 18th arrondissement.
This was another city improvement project that sought to give the 18th arrondissement more public appeal. More than this, the youth of the neighborhood were in desperate need of somewhere to spend their days.
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You need to call in advance to confirm the opening hours of the day. There is a fluctuating schedule here and one never really knows what the hours are going to be limited to.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Daily
ADDRESS: Impasse des Fillettes, 75018 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Porte de la Chapelle
Skatepark of Issy-les-Moulineaux / Rodin Park in Paris
Issy is another Parisian district where there isn’t very much happening at different times of the day. The locals love hanging out in this skatepark, and it’s as much of an attraction for the older youth as it is for the younger.
The park is serene, to say the least. It’s situated under some towering trees, with ample grass space surrounding it. This is a beautiful place to spend an afternoon, before heading back into the city in time for dinner.
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The best thing about the Issy Skatepark is that it is open 24 hours a day; you won’t be kicked out come sun down by a grumpy groundsman.
Skateboards, roller skates, bikes and scooters are all welcome in the space.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 Hours
ADDRESS: 77 Boulevard Rodin, 92130 Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Metro STATION: Issy
SkatePark des Fougères in Paris
The only reason I know about this skatepark, is because I found it by accident while visiting the Vampire Museum just two blocks away.
The park is expansive and open air. It’s well kept, and because of this it gets pretty crowded, especially in the summer months. I wouldn’t necessarily recommend this spot for children looking to skate, as the older kids tend to steal the show and leave little room for safe learning.
Similarly, skaters who prefer lower ramps will enjoy this park a lot! Everything is kept to manageable scale, and most skaters get away with not wearing a helmet or protective gear while here.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: 26 Rue de Noisy-le-Sec, 75020 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Gallieni
Le Dôme Skatepark
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This square, often known as ‘Le Dome’ among skaters, tucked away in the 19th arrondissement, is a one-of-a-kind skate park with an indoor bowl. It can be seen in iconic skate videos and has served as a location for events such as the ES Game of Skate and the Go Skateboarding Day in Paris.
It provides a sheltered environment for motorcyclists to develop their skills in all weather conditions. The 3 flat 3 double set is the showpiece of this facility, as is the massive hubba with 16 steps and a smooth surface, although it is now in poor condition. Flo Marfaing, Stephane Larance, Frank Barattiero, Luy Pa Sin, Vassilli Ritter, and Jacque Bethlon are among the skaters who have refined this square.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: 13 Av. du Président Wilson, 75116 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Vavin
Skatepark Quai Jemmapes
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This is an excellent tiny skatepark on the banks of the Canal Saint Martin in the center of Paris. It is little but extremely well constructed for all levels, with the exception of beginners, as there is no small module.
Its major downside is that it is frequently occupied by little children on weekends and Wednesdays, preventing you from riding comfortably. This park is also a nice Parisian place for surfing or shooting some hoops!
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: 146 Quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Colonel Fabien
Skatepark Jules Noël
This large covered skatepark with ramps and rails is appropriate for skaters of all skill levels. Welcome to the Jules Nol skatepark, one of the capital’s indoor skateparks, located in the far south of Paris. The modules are cool, despite their slightly convoluted opening hours.
Because of their tiny size and ease of use, they are ideal for novices while also being extremely technical for the most experienced. However, be cautious, several modules, particularly the tiny ones, are extremely slippery, especially if your wheels are dusty.
Please keep in mind that this skatepark permits associations to work as well as youngsters from nearby schools to learn about board sports. You can visit the skatepark on Sundays at 3:00 p.m. at the Paris Town Hall. Those interested in taking skate instruction should contact Paris Skate Culture.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: 3 Av. Maurice d’Ocagne, 75014 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Mairie de Montrouge
Espace De Glisse De La Muette
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The La Muette skate facility, located on the outskirts of the Bois de Boulogne, was renovated and expanded in 2012! The overall space has grown to 750m2, and the skate park now has the largest bowl in Paris.
Rollerblading, skateboarding, BMX, and scooter riding are the four urban skate disciplines. The amenities allow riders to perform high-flying acrobatics in front of passers-by and families out walking.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: 52 Bd Lannes, 75116 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Rue de la Pompe
Parc La Fontaine Skatepark
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The Parc La Fontaine Skatepark, located just a few kilometers from Paris in the hamlet of Maisons Alfort on the banks of the Marne, is entirely composed of concrete. This wide space is ideal for a variety of urban sports such as skating, rollerblading, scootering, and BMX biking.
The place is great for doing tricks or simply having fun, regardless of your ability level. The park has a bowl, inclined planes, steps, low walls, and rails inside a 14m radius.
It also welcomes La Fontaine Park’s other sports and leisure amenities like tennis courts, a minigolf course, a track for remote-controlled cars, and a children’s play area. There’s plenty to do here for a relaxing afternoon with family or friends.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: 1 Impasse Fleurus, 94700 Maisons-Alfort
Metro STATION: Maisons-Alfort Stade station
Skate Park Léon Cladel
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Some refer to it as the Skatepark Léon Cladel, others as the Espace de Glisse de la rue Léon Cladel, and still others as the Streetpark Bourse. The Skate Park Léon Cladel was the first sliding space to be established in a public street in Paris, rue Léon Cladel.
It was installed there in 2012, to the delight of riders of all stripes (on skates, rollerblades, bicycles, scooters), a 720 square meter spot equipped with urban lighting, with original modules (rounded and inclined curb, wall ride, pyramids, straight curb, inclined plane, a curve of one meter high) linked by a long green tongue covering the bitumen.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Hours: Open 24 hours
ADDRESS: Rue Léon Cladel, 75002 Paris, France
Metro STATION: Bourse
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