Parmentier: history and sights
Served by: metro line 3.
Did you know?
Named after Antoine Parmentier, a military pharmacist who popularised the cultivation and consumption of the potato in France in the late 18th century.
Anecdote
Parmentier reportedly convinced Louis XVI to wear a potato flower in his buttonhole to make the tuber fashionable.
Audio guide
An audio guide for this station is available in the MétroScope app.
Around Parmentier
- Rue Oberkampf, 270 m away — An iconic street of Parisian nightlife, lined with lively bars and cafés.
- Place de la République, 850 m away — A vast square adorned with the statue of the Republic, a hub for popular gatherings.
- Marché Parmentier, 200 m away — A friendly neighbourhood market, valued by locals for its fresh produce.