An increasingly popular sport, rock climbing has grown significantly throughout Paris, and we’re all for it. Suitable for all skill levels, climbing offers a wealth of learning opportunities and helps develop many physical and mental skills. And for Parisians, numerous climbing gyms have opened their doors in recent years, making rock climbing more accessible than ever. So put on your shoes and helmet, clip in your carabiner, and treat yourself to a great climbing session.
Right in the heart of the 12th arrondissement, Le Triangle is perhaps the most eclectic climbing gym on this list. While it offers a wide variety of routes, it also features a bar and a small terrace. And throughout the year, numerous events take place there so you can unwind and relax after your workout.
Vertical’Art Chevaleret
Right in the heart of the iconic 13th arrondissement, 100 meters from Station F, one of the capital’s largest climbing gyms opened its doors in June 2021. A favorite haunt for climbing enthusiasts, Vertical’Art Chevaleret also attracts curious visitors looking for a new passion. Spanning 2,000 m², the facility features 250 bouldering problems that are updated monthly to challenge even the most experienced climbers.
Climbing District 8
Who said heritage and sports were incompatible? In the heart of the 8th arrondissement, more precisely at 26bis Rue Saint-Petersbourg, lies a place that seems to have lived a thousand lives. Built in 1860, the Notre Dame de l’Immaculée Conception chapel has been transformed into a massive climbing gym. Certainly the most unusual of its kind in Paris.
Arkose Montmartre
In 2023, Arkose unveiled a brand-new climbing gym in the heart of Montmartre, offering locals a great opportunity to indulge in the art of climbing. With 128 modular boulders spread across more than 1,200 square meters of space, the venue is open from 7 a.m. to midnight, making it perfect for both early birds and night owls!
Climb Up Aubervilliers
Just a short metro ride from the capital, you’ll find a veritable cathedral of climbing. Spanning 7,000 square meters, the Climb Up gym in Aubervilliers has become a true institution for all climbers. With such a large area, this venue is actually the largest indoor climbing gym in the world! Sometimes, the gym even hosts techno parties in this unique setting.