Inaugurated by Henri IV in 1607, the 'new bridge' is in fact the oldest in Paris and the first built without houses and with pavements. Steps behind Henri IV's statue lead down to the Square du Vert-Galant, the willow-shaded tip of Île de la Cité at river level.
- Address
- Place du Pont-Neuf, 75001 Paris
- Hours
- Bridge open 24 hours; Square du Vert-Galant open 24 hours (Ville de Paris, Oct 2026), closed in strong wind or storms
- Best time to go
- Evening · About 30 min
- Price
- Free
- Price level
- €
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Reach the square by the steps behind Henri IV's equestrian statue in the middle of the bridge.
- Come through Place Dauphine from Rue de Harlay to reach the statue.
- The bouquinistes' green boxes line Quai de la Mégisserie and Quai de Conti on either side of the bridge.