Stayed in this area while visiting in Jan and agree with previous postings that the whole area has a wonderful feeling about it.The bakers are great and the restaurants are first class .Will certainly come back to this area More

If you wish to compare Paris to New York, you can say that Place des Abbesses is kind of like Greenwich Village. It is an area built on nicer people, younger families, an art scene, and food, and it is a great escape from the more bustling areas of Paris. It includes a nice walk to Montmarte but stay in... More

Nothing finer in Paris than a leisurely stroll from here up to Montmartre. Be ready for some uphill walking! More

Place des Abbesses it's the starting point for the perfec Paris promenade. Arrive here from the metro and you'll immediatly feel the intense vibes of Paris. Let yourself immerse on the most beautiful and enchanting parisien quartier... Montmartre! More

If you want to get away from the shops and just wallow in the smell of romantic Paris, then a stroll around Montmartre, commencing with Place Des Abbesses is the perfect place to start. I recall my first trip to Paris; I just got on the Metro,, got off at Abbesses and was swamped with waves of emotion as I... More

Is everything one might imagine for a Paris square. Sidewalk cafes, best Metro station entrance, bakeries, and the whole human parade to watch. Best place to sit, drink coffee or vin rouge, read a good book, and pass the time of day in the most pleasant way. More