The equestrian statue of the Vert Galant himself – amorous adventurer Henry IV – keeps a vigilant watch over this leafy square at the western end of the Ile de la Cité. The dashing but ruthless Henry, king of France from 1589 until his assassination in 1610, was a stern upholder of the absolute rights of monarchy, and a notorious womanizer.
The square is a great place to picnic – you can almost dangle your feet in the Seine. It's also the departure point for the Vedette tour boats on the Seine (at the bottom of the steps to the right).
Metro: Pont Neuf (line 7)
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