Directions: Exit the church and cross Rue Saint-Antoine. Continue
walking straight, down Rue de Sévigne. Make a direct right onto Rue
d'Ormesson. You should find yourself on a quaint square, la Place du
Marché Sainte-Catherine. Yes, there are a lot of saints on this tour.
The Square The Place du Marché Sainte-Catherine is an example of
how quaint and village-like the Marais can be-- though during weekends
and high tourist season, this is not always the case.
Enjoy the cheerful atmosphere of the square. You may see
neighborhood kids bounding about: this is a favorite spot for play.
Interesting Facts: Built in the 13th century, in honor of Saint Catherine The buildings surrounding the square are recent, in Parisian
terms anyway: they date to the 18th century. The square was made pedestrian-only last century. Since then, it
has become a favorite spot for laid-back, greenery-enhanced sipping and
nibbling. Take an opportunity to do so here, if you'd like.