The best places to watch the sunset in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Published by La Rédac · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on October 20, 2022 at 08:00 p.m.
A sunset is already a beautiful sight. But watching the sun set over Paris is even more wonderful! So if you'd like to enjoy the beauty of sunset over the capital, we've put together a list of the best places to watch the sun set over the City of Light, as well as our favorite spots in the Paris region!

Where can you see a beautiful sunset in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? It's a magical scene, ideal for a romantic moment or simply to enjoy the beauty of the sky as it sets ablaze at the end of the day. At dusk every day, nature offers us this sublime spectacle. The sky takes on golden and rosy hues as the blazing star gradually disappears over the horizon. No matter how many times you've admired it, the sight of the setting sun always makes an impact.

And a sunset over Paris is all the more magical! As the sun sets, the capital gradually transforms into the City of Light. So where are the best spots to admire this beautiful spectacle? Here are our top spots for watching the sun set over Paris!

But above all, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make new discoveries and openings, so if you're constantly on the lookout for these kinds of spots, be sure to check this page regularly!

Sunset spots in Paris

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Sunset spots in the Paris region

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