By bicycle from Gentilly to Paris

Hop on your bike in Gentilly, a peaceful suburb just south of Paris, and get ready for a short but sweet urban adventure into the heart of the capital! This roughly 7 km route is mostly paved and smooth, gliding you through a mix of quiet roads and dedicated cycleways (no need to worry about heavy traffic—only a tiny part runs on busy roads).

You’ll breeze past classic Parisian neighborhoods as you ride north, gently climbing about 39 meters before you descend toward central Paris. The elevation changes are pretty mild, perfect for an easygoing spin. Gentilly is known for its village feel despite being right next to the city, and your route leads straight into iconic Paris, ending near the Seine and all its historic grandeur.

Whether you’re commuting, exploring, or just hunting for a great croissant en route, this is an inviting and relatively relaxing way to enter the City of Light on two wheels. Enjoy the ride!