As Guillaume Apollinaire said, it’s high time to turn the stars back on. What could be more beautiful than a starry sky? When the skies are clear, it’s the perfect time to observe the stars. Discover the best places around Paris to see the northern lights, shooting stars and the celestial vault sparkle.
Mont Valérien, for an unobstructed view
At a height of 161 m, Mont Valérien is the perfect place to admire the stars. From up there, you’ll be much further away from all the light pollution and can enjoy it to the full.
🌠1 Boulevard Washington, 92150 Suresnes
Watch shooting stars in the Rambouillet forest
Located just south of Paris, this forest is far from all the light and noise pollution! Suffice to say, it brings together all the perfect conditions for observations.
🌠 78120 Rambouillet
The Limours plateau, the highest in Essonne
If you want to stargaze, the Limours plateau will be your favorite playground. Perched 181 meters high, the plateau’s unobstructed view lends itself easily to a night of astronomy. Nicknamed the “Tibet of the Île-de-France”, you’ll be able to see part of the Eiffel Tower.
Parc Jean Moulin les Guilands in Bagnolet, ideal for seeing shooting stars
Located between Bagnolet and Montreuil, this park is a great spot for astronomy enthusiasts and star gazers alike. This huge 25-hectare park is not short of space!
🌠2 Rue de la Noue, 93170 Bagnolet
The Butte Montmartre, the most romantic spot to see shooting stars in Paris
With its heights and unobstructed views, this park is ideal for stargazing, especially on clear nights. Whether on the Sacré-Coeur square or in the Marcel Bleustein square, you won’t miss a moment of the show. Fingers crossed for as little pollution as possible!
🌠64 Boulevard Haussmann 75009 Paris
Parc Montsouris, under the stars
From Friday August 9 to September 7, don’t miss “Paris under the stars”. From 9pm to midnight, come star-gaze and try your hand at seeing shooting stars with the whole family at Parc Montsouris.
🌠côté tour météo, entrance via 26 boulevard Jourdan 75014 Paris
A few tips for the best stargazing
If you’d like to get the most out of stargazing, here are a few tips to help you:
- avoid light pollution as much as possible: it will prevent you from seeing the stars clearly. It’s best to choose a clear vantage point, far from the city if possible. Remember, the darker it is around you, the better you’ll see the sky!
- The weather is also a major factor in stargazing success! Take a look at the weather trends on a specialized astronomy website. They’ll make it easier for you to make a decision.
- For budding photographers, remember to pause the shot for at least 10 seconds.
We’re keeping our fingers crossed that you’ll be able to see the Perseids this year!