If you’re not qualified for the Olympics, where to skate in Paris?

Seeing the world’s best riders skating at Place de la Concorde for the Paris 2024 Olympics gives you butterflies in your stomach?

Skate parks surrounded by greenery, 100% asphalt, or punctuated by dizzying ramps, numerous facilities are available for free by the City of Paris in public spaces. Grab your boards.

ROBERT-BAJAC SQUARE (13TH)

It’s a well-known spot among skating fans. The bowl at Porte d’Italie (13th) is experiencing a revival. “Skate park,” designed by Austrian artist Peter Kogler in 2006. The new design replaces the original world map: made up of concentric black and white circles, it gives the illusion of blending into the ground! You can’t miss the 6-meter diameter artwork.
Square Robert-Bajac – 1 Boulevard Kellermann 75013 PARIS

KOUFFRA OATH SQUARE (14TH)

Apart from its landscaping qualities and accessible lawns, this square features a complete range of equipment dedicated to skating. It includes an inclined quarter, a curved quarter, a straight grind rail, an inclined grind rail, and a fun box model.
Roller park of Kouffra Oath Square – 1 Avenue de la porte de Montrouge 75014 PARIS

CLICHY-BATIGNOLLES – MARTIN LUTHER KING PARK (17TH)

Martin Luther King Park (17th) welcomes beginners and experienced riders of scooters, skateboards, and rollers year-round. It offers equipment that allows users to navigate curves, ramps, slides, and jumps thanks to its concrete wave, ramp, rail, tables, and smooth surface.
Clichy Batignolles Park – Martin Luther King – 147, rue Cardinet 75017 PARIS

CLAUDE BERNARD SQUARE (19TH)

This garden, known for its tranquility and its 300m² pond, is equipped with a slide rail, a jump, and a double jump. As a bonus, after a good skating session, a foosball table is also available!
Square Claude Bernard – 176 Boulevard Macdonald, 4 Rue Jacques Duchesne 75019 PARIS

SEVERINE SQUARE (20TH)

The roller park at Severine Square spans 350 m² amidst lush vegetation. Slightly sloped, it features three modules, making it not overcrowded and an ideal spot for beginners.
Roller park of Severine Square – 7 Rue Le Vau 75020 PARIS

LEON CLADEL SKATE SPACE (2ND)

Just steps from the Stock Exchange, it is the first of its kind to be installed on a public street. Cladel Street, exclusively pedestrian and lined with Haussmannian buildings, welcomes skating enthusiasts. The 60-meter-long track, recognizable by its green color, is open to everyone: curious passersby can enjoy watching the riders’ stunts.
Skate space on Rue Léon Cladel – Rue Léon Cladel 75002 Paris

PLACE DE LA RÉPUBLIQUE (3RD)

Place de la République is one of the largest pedestrian squares in Paris. Its central location and vast area of 3.4 hectares make it a popular spot for riders. Ramps and pyramids available will allow you to showcase your skills. The flat and smooth surface of the square makes it easy to practice.

JEMMAPES ROLLER PARK (10TH)

The spot spans an area of 260 m² (13 m x 20 m). The roller park is adjacent to a basketball court. The concrete surface is smooth for skating. It includes: a quarter, a kink rail (flat and sloped), a curb, and inclined concrete ramps.
Roller park Jemmapes – 142 Quai de Jemmapes 75010 PARIS

CHARONNE (11TH)

Inaugurated on October 12, 2019, the new Charonne skate park has a lot to offer! The modules are technical, some very original, and especially very small, which was necessary given the available space. Special mention for the stylish white, black, and blue colors.
Skatepark Charonne – 34 Rue Emile Lepeu 75011 PARIS

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