L'oasis d'Aboukir
L'oasis d'Aboukir, at 83 rue d'Aboukir in Paris, is an outdoor living wall best seen from the street in the 2nd arrondissement.
In pictures
About
L'oasis d'Aboukir is an outdoor living wall set on a building facade in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. You experience it directly from the street. The stop is brief and works best as part of a walk through the Aboukir area.
People come here for a sharp contrast between dense city fabric and planted vertical design. It appeals to guests interested in urban landscaping, green facades and the broader idea of a living wall in Paris. The main pleasure is visual. Look at the scale, the texture and how the planting changes the feel of the street.
This is not a long standalone visit. It suits a short pause between the Sentier district, Montorgueil and nearby covered passages. If your schedule is tight, it is easy to fold into a central Paris itinerary without adding much time.
The smartest approach is simple. Arrive on foot, stand back a little for the full view, then continue through the neighborhood. In warmer months, the planted effect is often more legible. If the street feels busy, come earlier in the day or pair it with a quieter nearby walk.
The Concierge's Tip
Visit on foot and give yourself a few meters of distance to read the whole facade properly. The stop is short, so combine it with Sentier or Montorgueil. In spring and summer, the planted effect is usually easier to appreciate. If the street feels crowded, try earlier in the day. This address works better as a smart urban detour than as a destination on its own.
Ask the Concierge
Our Concierge arranges your visit: skip-the-line tickets, a private guide, off-hours access.
Ask the ConciergeFrequently asked questions
- What is L'oasis d'Aboukir in Paris?
- L'oasis d'Aboukir is a planted facade at 83 rue d'Aboukir in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. It is not a museum or an enclosed garden. You see it from the street as part of a neighborhood walk. The appeal is mainly visual, with a short stop rather than a full visit.
- Why is it called rue d'Aboukir?
- Rue d'Aboukir takes its name from Aboukir, a reference tied to French and Egyptian history. For visitors, that matters mainly as a way to place the address in the neighborhood. If you want the full street history, it is best checked through a dedicated historical source rather than on site.
- What is the history of rue d'Aboukir in Paris?
- Rue d'Aboukir belongs to a central Paris area shaped by trade, workshops and later urban change. L'oasis d'Aboukir stands out because it inserts greenery into that dense setting. If you want a fuller historical reading of the street, pair your walk with a reliable heritage source before or after your visit.
- How much time should I allow for L'oasis d'Aboukir?
- Allow a short stop rather than a long visit. A few minutes are usually enough to take in the facade, step back for the full view and move on. It fits best within a wider walk through the 2nd arrondissement. It is less rewarding as a standalone outing unless you specifically enjoy urban design stops.
- When is the best time to see this outdoor living wall?
- The best time is usually when the street is calmer and you can step back comfortably. Dry weather makes the stop easier. The planted effect may also read differently across the seasons. If you prefer a quieter experience, go outside the busiest circulation periods and combine it with a nearby neighborhood walk.
- Is L'oasis d'Aboukir suitable for families?
- Yes, provided you treat it as a brief stop during a wider walk. There is no long visit to manage, which keeps things simple with children. It can be a nice visual contrast within central Paris. For families, it works best when paired with other nearby stops so the outing keeps a natural rhythm.
- How do I get to L'oasis d'Aboukir?
- You will find it at 83 rue d'Aboukir in Paris's 2nd arrondissement. The easiest approach is usually on foot from nearby central neighborhoods. Since the main point is the facade itself, there is no interior route to plan. Just fit it into your day according to the other places you are already visiting.