ButtesChaumont

Buttes-Chaumont typically refers to Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, a large urban park in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, France. Created between 1864 and 1867 as part of Baron Haussmann’s urban renewal program, the park was designed to provide a scenic and accessible retreat for city residents. The landscape was shaped to combine naturalistic features with architectural elements, creating a recognizable romantic setting within an urban context.

The park covers about 24.7 hectares and is notable for its dramatic topography. It centers on a rocky promontory rising to a tall cliff, a man-made lake with an island, a grotto, and a waterfall that feeds the watercourse. A suspension bridge spans the gorge, linking the hillside areas to the island and offering viewpoints over the surrounding city. Atop the promontory stands the Temple de la Sibylle, a classical folly that overlooks Paris and provides a panoramic vantage point.

The Parc des Buttes-Chaumont embodies 19th-century park design that blends landscape with public accessibility. The surrounding Buttes-Chaumont district is a residential area in the 19th arrondissement, featuring a mix of early- to mid-20th-century housing and local amenities. Today the park remains a popular destination for walking, picnicking, and leisure, attracting both locals and visitors. It is open year-round and accessible by multiple forms of public transit, reflecting its role as a major green space in Paris.