Parks, squares and gardens where to walk your dog in Paris: the best walks to take

Published by Caroline de Sortiraparis, Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Photos by Julie de Sortiraparis · Published on April 4, 2025 at 04:42 p.m.
If you're one of the 100,000 dog owners in Paris, then you've probably already wondered which green spaces to walk your faithful pet in the capital. Because not all green spaces are suitable for strolling with your pooch, we've compiled a list of parks, squares and gardens where you and your dog can enjoy a stroll in Paris, with or without a leash! So, are you ready to enjoy the capital with your pet?

Does your dog need to run around, romp, sniff and play with other four-legged friends? In Paris, it's not always easy to take your beloved pooch out for a walk, between the hustle and bustle of the crowds and the traffic of cars, two-wheelers and scooters.

It goes without saying that walking your dog in one of the capital's green spaces is the best solution. But beware: four-legged furry animals are not allowed in all parks. Only those without children's play areas, or very large parks with play areas(Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Parc Montsouris, for example), allow dogs - on a lead - in the paths. On the other hand, dogs are not allowed on lawns or in flowerbeds.

We take this opportunity to remind you that keeping your dog on a leash in public spaces is an obligation for all masters and mistresses. However, the capital has several cani parks (see list below) where your dog is free to roam without a leash.

Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris

Discover the list of parks, gardens and squares where leashed dogs are allowed:

Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris

Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris

Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris

And for dogs who need more freedom to meet other furry creatures like themselves, there are 13 off-leash dog parks in Paris.

Discover the list of dog areas where dogs are allowed off-leash:

For dogs needing even more space and freedom, the capital boasts the Bois de Boulogne and the Bois de Vincennes, in western and eastern Paris respectively. Both boast up to 1 hectare ofcanine freedom.

Discover the map of dog-friendly areas in the Bois de Boulogne:

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Discover the map of dog-friendly areas in the Bois de Vincennes:
Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris, avec ou sans laisse Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris, avec ou sans laisse Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris, avec ou sans laisse Les parcs, squares et jardins où promener son chien à Paris, avec ou sans laisse

Enjoy your walk with your faithful friend!

Practical information

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www.paris.fr

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