Oberkampf: history and sights
Served by: metro lines 5 and 9.
Did you know?
Named after Christophe-Philippe Oberkampf, an 18th-century industrialist who revolutionised fabric printing with his Toile de Jouy manufacture.
Anecdote
Toile de Jouy, the printed patterns that became emblematic of French style, owe their rise to Oberkampf.
Around Oberkampf
- Rue Oberkampf, 170 m away — An iconic street of Parisian nightlife, lined with lively bars and cafés.
- Place de la République, 500 m away — A vast square adorned with the statue of the Republic, a hub for popular gatherings.
- Marché Popincourt, 110 m away — A friendly neighbourhood market, valued by locals for its fresh produce.