One if those 'Bridges of Paris' over the Seine, this one is a footbridge and is just downstream from the Pont Neuf. It's a nice bridge because you're no worried about being knocked over by anything on wheels! There are lots of seats on the bridge so that you can enjoy the wonderful views and sometimes there's someone playing music.

The Pont des Arts or Passerelle des Arts is a pedestrian bridge in Paris which crosses the River Seine. It links the Institut de France and the central square (cour carrée) of the Palais du Louvre, (which had been termed the "Palais des Arts" under the First French Empire). Between 1802 and 1804, under the reign of Napoleon, a nine-arch metallic bridge for pedestrians was constructed at the location of the present day Pont des Arts: this was the first metal bridge in Paris. The engineers Louis-Alexandre de Cessart and Jacques Dillon initially conceived of a bridge which would resemble a suspended garden, with trees, banks of flowers, and benches. Passage across the bridge at that time cost one sou. On 17 March 1975, the French Ministry of Culture listed the Pont des Arts as a national historic monument. In 1976, the Inspector of Bridges and Causeways (Ponts et Chaussées) reported several deficiencies on the bridge. More specifically, he noted the damage that had been caused by two aerial bombardments sustained during World War I and World War II and the harm done from the multiple collisions caused by boats. The bridge would be closed to circulation in 1977 and, in 1979, suffered a 60-metre collapse after a barge rammed into it. The present bridge was built between 1981 and 1984 "identically" according to the plans of Louis Arretche, who had decided to reduce the number of arches from nine to seven, allowing the look of the old bridge to be preserved while realigning the new structure with the Pont Neuf. On 27 June 1984, the newly reconstructed bridge was inaugurated by Jacques Chirac, then the mayor of Paris. The bridge has sometimes served as a place for art exhibitions, and is today a "studio en plein air" for painters, artists and photographers who are drawn to its unique point of view. The Pont des Arts is also frequently a spot for picnics during the summer. The Argentinian writer, Julio Cortázar, talks about this bridge in his book Rayuela. When Horacio Oliveira goes with the pythia and this tells him that the bridge for La Maga is the "Ponts des Arts". In 1991, UNESCO listed the entire Parisian riverfront, from the Eiffel Tower to the end of the Ile Saint Louis, as a World Heritage Site. Therefore, the Pont des Arts is now a part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Its a beautiful pedestrian bridge, close to Pont Neuf. Pont Neuf looks beautiful in this night from this bridge (see photos). Looks quite vintage with its wooden pathways. The views from this bridge are quite nice.

I went there with my wife and two daughters it is such a beautiful Bridge and pretty close to the Cathedral Notre Dame it is the Bridge of Love, they have taken all of the locks off of the bridge because of all of the added weight and put up glass panels but I found a way to put a lock on the bridge my wife and I have been married for 31 years

Great place to view the beautiful city of Paris. Lock bridge historical place of Love. People are placing locks on the lamp posts, the bridge has clear covers on them now.

Lovely pedestrian bridge over the Seine River. Used to be famous for all the locks left by lovers. Unfortunately but also reasonably, the local council had all the locks removed due to the excessive weight and strain that they were putting on the bridge's structure. I still managed to get mine in amongst the thousands of locks. Still a great spot to admire the views of Paris.

You can no longer place locks on the bridge, which I understand since it was causing structural issues. They put glass on the sides so people don’t try anything but that made it lose all its appeal. It was interesting though to see all the other places on this bridge people try to place their locks, like lampposts, on the construction fence, etc. It seems the new ‘it’ place to put your love locks on is over in Montmartre at the Basilica du Sacre Couer.

I put my lock 🔐 there! Very nice and romantic place to go with your spouse!

Only oldest river crossing bridge in paris, famous for lovers spot. Earlier people used to put locks on wall of bridge, but now metal fencing's are replaced with glass.. but still this place has its beauty and tourists are keep visiting this.

A Parisian dream Landmark. A must visit day and night. The feeling to visit this place will never get old. Perfect for the sunset views...

There’s no more locks on the bridge unfortunately. There’s some remnants of it on some pillars. Still a lovely place for getting an overview of the Seine River

Pont des Arts is a lovely pedestrian bridge over the Seine River. At one entry side of the bridge is the Institut de France, and at the other side is the Palais du Louvre. The bridge is famous for all the love locks placed on it by thousands of visitors over time. As the weight of the locks took its toll and became unbearable for the bridge and dangerous to pedestrians, all the locks were removed. The views from the bridge are quite lovely and it is worth a visit.

The romantic vibe of this bright is way underrated. It’s good and quiet where you can sit and think about life yet also take amazing pictures. It gives an amazing view of the island as well.

Not too crowded. However there are no longer locks on the bridge.

Pont des Arts is an artistic pedestrian bridge. The bridge's lattice-shaped steel bridge has many love locks, so many that at one point the bridge railing almost collapsed. From this perspective, you can get a panoramic view of Paris with its typical symbol being the Eiffel Tower next to the gentle Seine River.

Unfortunately most of the locks had been taken off due to the risk of collapse. There were only a handful of locks to be seen. They are also still halfway through renovating the bridge.

This place will never not be iconic. It’s a pity you don’t have the same railings anymore with lockets everywhere, but it’s understandable they were removed due to their weight. The bridge has lost some of its original vibe and authenticity due to this and the presence of tourist chasing sellers.

It was beautiful but sad and the same time because I couldn't see the padlocks,they're not there anymore, by the way, Eiffel tower and Seine river views are the best 💜

Nice bridge - perfect for taking photos of the river. Adorned with love locks and street vendors.

Crowded pedestrian bridge. Nice place to people watch and take in the beautiful scenery of the Seine river. Hopefully the weather is nice when you get here!

Nice place to visit, check the timing before you go

Great views from this bridge... pedestrian only bridge linking the Louvre to the south side of the Seine

Very nice historic bridge with adorable monuments on the both sides

One of the most scenic tourist attraction places in the city of Paris. This place is known as Bridge of Love Locks. This bridge was famous amongst the Lovers as they used to put a padlock onto the railing of this bridge to symbolize their love and threw the key into the Seine river that flows under this bridge. But, there are no locks anymore. In 2014, the City Hall of Paris replaced the panels of this bridge railing with a special glass to stop the love lock practice of the people as the increasing number of padlocks added an extra weight to this old bridge. Now all of the panels are made of glass and no locks can be attached.

´Pont des Arts’ The bridge of art... The top of the bridge is made of wooden planks, so you can see the Seine River flowing through them. A pedestrian-only bridge with a fairly wide upper plate, unlike the appearance that looks quite weak due to its thin steel structure

I really enjoyed this bridge as it’s located in the heart of the city! Louvre museum is within 5mn walk, Rivoli, Châtelet... so very convenient. Highly recommended! Although it can get crowded :)

Has a ramp . good view too

My favorite aria st germain des pres have it all was.nice to go back and visit again .

It's a Such a beautiful place.

“I am standing on the Pont des Arts in Paris. On the one side of the Seine is the harmonious, reasonable façade of the Institute of France, built as a college in about 1670. On the other bank is the Louvre, built continuously from the Middle Ages to the nineteenth century: classical architecture at its most splendid and assured. Just visible upstream is the Cathedral of Notre Dame --not perhaps the most lovable of cathedrals, but the most rigorously intellectual façade in the whole of Gothic art. What is civilisation? I do not know. I can't define it in abstract terms -yet. But I think I can recognise it when I see it: and I am looking at it now.” -Kenneth Clark, Civilisation (1969)

I didn't like it, it didn't felt safe. Was in a constant anxiety there. The view is pretty, but it's similar to the other ones or as being on the side. I hope I never have to put a feet there again. :(

My personal favorite bridge of Paris. It is probably the only pedestrian-only bridge in Paris and is constructed out of steel framework with a wooden deck that is pleasant to walk on. The bridge links the large plaza of the Louvre to the beautiful institut de France and is very lively, often crowded by artists playing music or drawing.

One of best place to watch sunrise and sunset in Paris. Small bridge dedicated to pedestrians.

Super nice place, can enjoy the drink amd view, during the sunny weather it's lovely 😍

Free Annie Leibowitz exhibition. What was not to like? Reception were friendly and helpful.

Just met here to join an evening Seine dinner. The area is vibrant with upscale shops, cafes and of course The Louvre which MUST be top of every tourists to do lost whilst in the beautiful French capital.

Beautiful scenery from the bridge. Locks are no longer on it for safety reasons.

This is love lock bridge called..whos loving seriously you can come lock 🔒 your lock and throw the key in River...So no one will able to open your lock your love is safe zone and Will success in future no break-up this that bridge story.. actually this started first in hungary then only here..so here second

Just a avarage bridge known for the locks put on it. Now all the locks are removed and plexiglass is placed on the sides. They should have replaced a panel when it got to heavy and have the full panels displayed somewhere. It's something beautiful that is no longer.