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Canal de l'Ourcq (Le)

Built by Napoléon

13 Quai de la Loire
Bassin de la Villette
Paris,
75019

Neighborhood: 19th Arrondissement

Nearest Train: métro: Jaurès

Phone: +33 (0)1 4239 1500
Fax: +33 (0)1 4239 1124
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Situated to north-east of the capital, the Canal de l'Ourcq was built in the 19th century by Napoleon to provide Parisians with drinking water. Towards 1850, drinking water was found elsewhere and the canal network (which includes Saint-Martin and Saint-Denis) was then used to goods traffic. The 20th century saw the start of tourism and the emergence of pleasure boats on the canal. On sunny days, visitors can enjoy cruises, which depart from the Bassin de la Villette. It is recommended to book in advance.

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