Ruta del Parque del Pâtis

The historical center of Meaux still bears a morphology inherited past. From the old town to the market neighborhood, the monuments and small architectural inheritances remind us of the rich historical of what was once the capital of the Brie region.On the right side of the Marne, the streets and back alleys of the old town create a dense urban fabric inherited from the Middle Ages. It is constructed around the City Hall place, built on the site of the previous Counts of Champagne’s castle, and around the emblematic Saint-Etienne cathedral, visible from miles away. In the pedestrian streets maze, sheltered by the impressive Gallo-Roman walls, be amazed by the majestic doors of the numerous mansion houses which testify to the city’s rich history throughout ages. Discover the marks of the episcopal quarter surrounding the Bossuet garden, nearby the cathedral. On the left side of the river, in the market neighborhood, urbanism revolves around the large market hall, built in the late 1870s to replace the previous, outdated halls. This quarter has for a long time been a source of envy due to its strategic place on the Marne, giving it the keys to Paris’ supply in wheat and wood. >> Do you want to follow a visit with a tour guide? Do not miss the guided tours and unusual discoveries offered by the Heritage - Art and History Service. Find all the guided tours now in the AGENDA.

The Meaux region is crossed by the Marne and the Ourcq canal. These two waterways offer beautiful landscapes with an abundance fauna and lush flora. Come enjoy the calm during a stroll or a guided tour.The Marne, which is the principal tributary of the Seine, crosses ten cities from the urban community of Meaux. In Meaux, the river has progressively changed during Middle Ages. It has now formed a loop, giving the city a bucolic feel. Nothing feels more relaxing than having some rest on the riverside… Do you like fishing, hiking, or biking? You will appreciate the calm and serenity of rural and wooded places along the Marne. Discover water hens, tree frogs, zanders, swans, coypus, and wagtails ; hidden treasures of our aquatic fauna. The Marne river offers walks, fishing, nautical leisure, and a beach to entertain and expend yourself.

The biggest urban natural park in Ile-de-France.If you need some fresh air in a natural environment, if want to engage in sport activites, or take a walk with your family, the Patis natural park is a green belt within the urban fabric. It offers an incredible gallery of landscapes and areas all equally astounding for their diversity and beauty: ponds, banks of the Marne, blooming meadows, large reed beds, wooden areas… So much richness to discover through your strolls. The Patis Natural Park is home to a rich and precious fauna and flora, that you will be able to witness while wandering on a path or a footbridge. Over 70 species of birds are listed. Among them, some hosts are renowned, such as the Eurasian golden oriole with its fluting birdsong, or the Hoophoe and the magnificent Kingfisher, blue arrow flying over fishbearing water bodies. Vegetation also has its hidden treasures, with rare plants such as the holly-leaved naiad in wetlands, the hemp agrimony, and the purple lythrum with their multiple flowerings; or even some grassland orchideas such as the bee orchid.

Marin d’Eau Douce anchored in Meaux to make you discover the riverbanks of the Marne in their licence free electric boats, offering you a unique, fun and original experience. A guaranteed greening and change of scene!Backed by its history, Meaux is inscribed in the French heritage thanks to its numerous monuments that you will be able to visit during your excursion near Paris. Located 30 minutes from Paris, the city is home to many historical, natural, and cultural treasures to discover. The Patis Natural Park is the departure and arrival point of our nautical strolls on the Marne river, aboard our electric license-free boats. While crossing it during our bucolic breaks, you will observe diverse landscapes full of natural riches. It is the perfect place for a picnic with your children, for a relaxing day with your family, or to get a drink with you friends. There you will find a rich fauna and flora and really different from the one you see along Paris’ riverbanks. The 70 species of birds registered will amaze you kids and please photography enthusiasts. Nevertheless, the park also possesses colorful vegetables that will astound you during your boat trip: an incredible experience so close to Paris!