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The most beautiful barges in Paris to have a drink with your feet in the water

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The most beautiful barges in Paris

Cruising on the Seine and experiencing Paris in a different way, that's the special moment that the barges of the capital offer us. We often see these boats from the quayside, but we rarely embark on them. However, they combine relaxation, food, and often, parties: in short, perfect for the sensation-seeking epicureans that we are!


The most bucolic

El Alamein Boat

The El Alamein boat has discreetly moored at the foot of the BNF for 20 years already. This beautiful Parisian barge is therefore old enough to offer us its lush fauna and its cool, purple music atmosphere. More than just a floating garden, this unique barge is adorned with strawberry and raspberry bushes, olive trees, and marronniers, fig trees, and other plants and flowers that happily coexist with passing poets. We go there to nibble on natural food (hehe) but also on the dishes prepared by the host while listening to the numerous concerts programmed by the passionate team.

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Boat El Alamein
Paris 13th Canal Boat

Quai François Mauriac – 13th


The most iodized

The Mackerels

A bar-restaurant situated on a canal boat features on its menu Brittany oysters, whelks, charcuterie from Maison Dubernet, smoked fish from the island of Yeu, creamy burrata served with cocktails, refreshing rosés, and affordable draft beers. Add to that a generous dose of beautiful scenery (with a view of the Île Saint-Louis) and a skillful mix of DJ sets and you'll have a clear idea of what to expect at The Mackerels.

Above all, don't forget their new address on the other side of the bank, just a stone's throw from the Jardin des Plantes: after the aperitif on the canal boat, it's time for a fish feast and swimming pool.ne apéro qui s'offre à vous. Elle est parfaite pour les parisiens et touristes en mal de mer, qui auront enfin leur bassin. Moules frites, Fish n’ chips, Fried chicken, Accras maison, poulpe et poulet mariné au brasero... La carte aux couleurs de l'océan vous rassasiera après un plouf dans la piscine. Très bobo comme péniche, mais on les aime aussi comme ça.

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The apéro barge
Paris boat party

Quai de l'Hôtel de ville – 4th arrondissement

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The apéro swimming pool
66, quai d’Austerlitz - 13th arrondissement 


The most literary

Water and dreams

If its hold is filled with books and treasures of all kinds, now we can nestle with a good book in its café area and its brand new terrace. Water and Dreams is a specialized bookstore in books about nature and gardens, run by Cyrille Bruneau, a lover of the botanical world.

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Water and Dreams
Seine Barge Paris
Quai de l'Oise – 19th
From Tuesday to Thursday, from 10am to 11pm
Friday and Saturday, from 10am to midnight
Sunday, from 10am to 7pm 


The most playful

The Canal Barboteur

The Canal Barboteur is a small itinerant boat that brings a tropical breeze to the whole capital. From the Parc de la Villette to Pantin, passing through the Quai de Jemmapes, the barge docks for a day to set up its unique terrace with deck chairs, tables, and wooden games. We drink and enjoy the sun while sitting in our deck chair, with friends or family, all while listening to music that quickly turns into a big party along the canal. On board the boat, artists give concerts and otherDJ sets until nightfall, while the dock transforms into a dancefloor and the party is guaranteed. Attention, this barge in Paris moves between the Bassin de la Villette, Pantin and the Quai de Jemmapes, remember to check their Facebook page before you go.

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Canal Barboteur
19, quai de l'Oise – 19e 


The most ethical

The Antipode

Since 2002, the Antipode barge has been sailing on the Villette basin. At the helm is the Abricadabra company, which offers shows and concerts on board, as well as its café-restaurant, giving the canal an Amsterdam-like atmosphere. Most of the products are fresh and organic, sourced from fair trade or small producers: here you won't find Coca-Cola, for example, but Breizh Cola, the Breton version of Coca-Cola. Otherwise, they have a wide range of craft beers that change regularly. We highly recommend trying the hibiscus white beer.

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Peniche Antipode
55, quai de la Seine – 19th
Monday to Thursday, from 5:30 pm to 2 am
Friday, from 12 pm to 2 am
Saturday, from 12 pm to 6 pm


The most terroir

La Bougeotte

Have you ever seen... a mobile wine cellar/bar? Now you have, with La Bougeotte: make a stop and enjoy regional products, shows, concerts, exhibitions, and sunsets on the water. One of the best places to sample oysters or delight in seafood on Sundays during the brunch iodé. Parisian barge tested and approved a hundred times.

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Péniche la Bougeotte
Dîner péniche Paris 

Facing 25, quai de l'Oise – 19th arrondissement
From Tuesday to Saturday, from 5pm to midnight


The Glossiest

Mademoiselle Mouche

Chill/party ? Chill/party ? Chill/party ? Your crew can't decide ? Choose both, sailors, and set sail for Mademoiselle Mouche, a dancing barge in Paris where you can watch the sunset over the Seine River (with a bonus view of the Eiffel Tower) while enjoying a cocktail. Leave the haters behind, this is your moment to savor with a DJ set until 2am. 

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Mademoiselle Mouche
Pont de l'Alma, port de la Conférence - 8th
Open on Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm to 2am
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The most down-to-earth

Polpo Beach

Food & drink cabins, large wooden tables, parasols, sun loungers... Polpo Beach is the perfect spot to feel like you're on vacation without leaving Paris. The ultimate treat? Indulging in a Lobster Roll with guacamole, lime, and spices, enjoying a ceviche or a grilled fish, all while sipping on a Spritz with your feet in the sand. Stay until late in the evening to watch the sunset and see all the little Polpo lights illuminate.

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Polpo Plage
Tour en péniche Paris

47, quai Charles-Pasqua – Levallois-Perret
Le lundi, mercredi et jeudi, de 12h à 14h30 et de 19h à 22h30

Le mardi et vendredi, de 12h à 14h30 et de 19h à 23h
Le samedi et dimanche, de 12h à 15h et de 19h à 23h

Polpo Plage Boat tour in Paris Address: 47, quai Charles-Pasqua – Levallois-Perret Opening hours: - Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM - Tuesday and Friday: 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM - Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM