Les statues des trois Dumas
On Place du Général-Catroux, this set of statues honors Alexandre Dumas père, Dumas fils, and General Dumas in Paris’s 17th arrondissement.
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The statues of the three Dumas stand on Place du Général-Catroux in Paris’s 17th arrondissement. They bring together Alexandre Dumas père, Alexandre Dumas fils, and General Thomas-Alexandre Dumas. Few Paris monuments present one family through literature, theatre, and military history in such a direct way.
What matters here is the story the site tells. It links major French writing with a personal lineage and a public square. The visit is easy and brief. It works well as part of a neighborhood walk, rather than as a destination on its own.
You can view the statues freely from the square. A slow walk around the place helps, as each figure reads differently depending on your angle. The interest comes from the relationship between the three monuments, not from a single dramatic viewpoint.
Do not plan a long stop. Think of it as a short cultural pause between other addresses in northwest Paris. For guests interested in Alexandre Dumas, or in quieter Paris landmarks, it is a clear and rewarding detour.
The Concierge's Tip
Go in daylight and, if possible, in dry weather. The square is easier to read on foot than from a car. Allow around 15 to 20 minutes. Then continue with a short walk through the 17th arrondissement. In cooler months, this stop works best in the middle of the day. If you want a fuller literary outing, pair it with another Paris site connected to writers.
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Ask the ConciergeFrequently asked questions
- Who are the three Dumas shown here?
- The square honors three members of the same family. They are Alexandre Dumas père, Alexandre Dumas fils, and General Thomas-Alexandre Dumas. That family grouping is what makes the site distinctive. It connects literature, theatre, and military history in one public setting.
- Where are the statues of the three Dumas in Paris?
- They stand on Place du Général-Catroux in Paris’s 17th arrondissement. It is an easy stop to include during a walk in the city’s northwest districts. You visit the site directly from the public square, with no indoor route or museum-style visit to plan.
- How much time should I allow for the visit?
- Around 15 to 20 minutes is usually enough. That gives you time to walk around the square and see the three statues from different angles. If you enjoy French literature or quieter Paris history, you can easily extend the stop with a neighborhood walk.
- What is the best time to see this monument?
- Daylight is the best choice. It makes the forms easier to read and helps you compare the three figures. Dry weather also improves the experience, since the site is all about walking around the square. In winter, midday often gives the clearest light.
- Is this a good stop for families?
- Yes, especially for a short outdoor cultural stop. The visit is simple and does not require a long attention span. It works well with children if you are already exploring the neighborhood. Families who know Alexandre Dumas through stories often find the site easier to connect with.
- Do I need to be interested in literature to enjoy it?
- No, although it adds depth. Even without prior knowledge, the site is still worth seeing for its family narrative and its place in the neighborhood. For a curious visitor, it is a discreet cultural landmark. For Dumas readers, the meaning becomes more immediate.
- Is it worth going out of your way for this site alone?
- It is better treated as a short stop than a main destination. The monument is meaningful, but the visit itself is brief. It makes most sense within a walk through the 17th arrondissement, or as part of a Paris itinerary focused on writers and historical figures.