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Luxury Apartments in Bastille and Bercy, Paris
Apartments and townhouses on the east side of Paris, from the Place de la Bastille to the old wine quays of Bercy
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Revolution, markets and the old wine quays of the Seine
Everyone knows the name Bastille, but few people can picture the place. The prison was stormed in 1789 and pulled down soon after. What you find today is a great roundabout, a modern opera house and one of the liveliest corners of eastern Paris. Walk south and the streets grow calmer as they reach Gare de Lyon and Bercy, where the old wine warehouses by the river are now gardens, a film museum and a cobbled street of restaurants.
Our collection here runs to 50+ apartments. There are one-bedroom flats near the Bassin de l'Arsenal for couples, family apartments around Reuilly and Daumesnil, and lofts with rooftop views. The largest townhouses and apartments have up to 6 bedrooms.
This is a quarter for people who would rather shop at a market than in a department store. Here is how it fits together.
Bastille - Bercy at a glance
- Apartments
- 50+ apartments, lofts and townhouses, with up to 6 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,600 to £4,700 a week, from around £2,400
- Best areas
- Bastille and the Faubourg Saint-Antoine, Aligre, Reuilly and Daumesnil, and Bercy by the Seine
- Highlights
- The Opéra Bastille, the Marché d'Aligre, the Coulée verte and the Cinémathèque française
- Getting there
- Gare de Lyon is on the doorstep, and Orly is around 25 minutes away on Métro line 14
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Chateau Saint-Antoine Bastille: Elegant 3-Bedroom Townhouse – Bastille – Bercy3 bedrooms
Chateau Faubourg Bastille: Elegant 4-Bedroom Apartment Rental with Air Conditioning in Bastille Paris4 bedrooms
Chateau Picpus Paris: Stylish 4-Bedroom Apartment with Juliet Balconies – Bastille – Bercy4 bedrooms
Chateau Sevigne Bastille: Spacious 4-Bedroom Apartment with Modern Amenities – Bastille – Bercy4 bedroomsNeighbouring quarters of Paris
Bastille and the Faubourg Saint-Antoine for nightlife and the opera, Aligre and Ledru-Rollin for the market, Reuilly and Daumesnil for quieter family streets, and Bercy for the park and the river.
A square with a long memory
The fortress-prison stood on the Place de la Bastille until the crowd stormed it on 14 July 1789. Strangely, the bronze July Column in the middle of the square marks a later revolution, the one of 1830. The large glass Opéra Bastille, opened for the bicentenary in 1989, takes up one side.
To the east, the Faubourg Saint-Antoine was the city's furniture-making quarter for centuries, and its cobbled courtyards still hide workshops and studios. Rue de Lappe is the street for bars. The Bassin de l'Arsenal, a marina full of moored boats, runs south to the Seine, and Le Marais starts just across the square.
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A market morning and a walk above the rooftops
The Marché d'Aligre is the best market in this part of Paris. Fruit and vegetable stalls fill the street outside, and the covered Marché Beauvau sells cheese, meat and fish. It opens every morning except Monday, and by lunchtime the bistros and wine bars around the square are busy.
A few streets south, the Coulée verte René-Dumont runs for nearly five kilometres along an old railway viaduct. It is a planted walkway above the traffic, heading towards the Bois de Vincennes. In the arches below, the Viaduc des Arts on avenue Daumesnil is home to craftsmen, galleries and furniture restorers.
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From wine depot to riverside park
For well over a century, Bercy was the wine depot of Paris: a district of warehouses where barrels came in by river. Some of the old stone cellars survive as Bercy Village, where restaurants line the Cour Saint-Émilion and the old rails still run through the paving. The rest became the Parc de Bercy, with lawns, gardens and a small vineyard.
On the edge of the park, the Cinémathèque française has a film museum and screenings in a building by Frank Gehry. The Simone-de-Beauvoir footbridge crosses the Seine to the Bibliothèque nationale. Streets here are generally greener and quieter, and they suit families well.
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A grand lunch at the station, and a quiet August
Above the platforms at Gare de Lyon, Le Train Bleu is a Belle Époque dining room of gilt and painted ceilings. It is the quarter's grand lunch, and a fine send-off before a train south. For something simpler, the Marché Bastille sets up along boulevard Richard-Lenoir on Thursday and Sunday mornings.
Spring and early autumn are the best months: mild, light and lively without heavy crowds. On 13 and 14 July, fire stations across the city hold their famous firemen's balls. August is quiet, and some restaurants close for the month. Our concierge can book tables, Opéra Bastille tickets and a private chef.
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Villa Crepuscule Cour Saint-Emilion Bastille – Bercy: 2-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Balcony Views – Bastille – Bercy2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £5,068 a week
Villa Safran Cour Saint-Emilion Bastille – Bercy: Luxury 2-Bedroom Villa with Private Parking – Bastille Bercy Paris2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,033 a week
Chateau Cour Saint-Bernard: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Paris2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,655 a week
Villa Aurore Reuilly Bastille-Bercy: Chic 3-Bedroom Apartment with Artsy Interiors – Bastille – Bercy3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,403 a week
Chateau Juillet Bastille: Spacious 3-Bedroom Flat with Stunning Views – Bastille – Bercy3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £4,354 a week
Villa Crepuscule Quai Bercy Bastille – Bercy: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Modern Amenities – Bastille – Bercy2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,333 a week
Chateau Sirocco Bastille: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment Ideal for Families – Bastille – Bercy3 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £4,186 a week
Villa Azur Saulx Bastille – Bercy: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Paris3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,137 a weekWhy book your apartment in Bastille and Bercy with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
This quarter changes from street to street, from late-night bars off the Place de la Bastille to quiet homes near the Parc de Bercy, and we know which apartments get a good night's sleep in July. With 50+ properties in Bastille and Bercy, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Restaurant tables, Opéra Bastille tickets, a private chef, guided mornings at the Marché d'Aligre, babysitters and transfers from Gare de Lyon, Orly or Charles de Gaulle. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay in Bastille and Bercy?
Stay near the Place de la Bastille and the Faubourg Saint-Antoine for bars, restaurants and the opera. Aligre puts you next to the market, and Reuilly and Daumesnil are quieter streets that suit families. Bercy has the park, the river and the calmest evenings.
When is the best time to visit Bastille and Bercy?
Spring and early autumn are the most pleasant times, with mild weather and the markets at their best. July brings the 14 July celebrations, and August is quieter, with some restaurants closed.
Is Bastille noisy at night?
Some streets are. Rue de Lappe and the streets around it stay busy late, especially at weekends. A few minutes away, the streets towards Reuilly, Daumesnil and Bercy are mostly residential. Tell us how well you like to sleep and we will suggest the right street.
Can you arrange a private chef at a apartment in Bastille and Bercy?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Bastille - Bercy cost?
Across our 50+ properties in Bastille - Bercy, weekly rates typically range from £2,600 to £4,700, with the most affordable from around £2,400 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Bastille and Bercy?
The Eurostar arrives at Gare du Nord, a short taxi ride away. Orly airport is around 25 minutes from Gare de Lyon on Métro line 14. Bastille is served by Métro lines 1, 5 and 8, and line 1 runs directly to the Louvre and the Champs-Élysées.
Are there apartments in Bastille and Bercy for large groups?
Yes. Our Bastille and Bercy collection includes properties with up to 6 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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