Adam Mickiewicz Monument — Attraction in Paris

Tucked quietly along the banks of the Seine, our visit to the Adam Mickiewicz Monument offered a moment of quiet reverence in contrast to the bustling grandeur of nearby Parisian landmarks. After admiring Jeff Koons’ Bouquet of Tulips at the Jardin Charles Aznavour, my wife and I continued our walk toward the Flame of Liberty, but curiosity and the soft charm of the Jardin d’Erévan drew us into a brief detour.

Set within this discreet garden, the bronze monument to the Polish poet and national icon, Adam Mickiewicz, rises with elegance and solemnity. The sculpture stands atop a dignified pedestal, surrounded by bas-reliefs that illustrate powerful moments from Mickiewicz’s most iconic works, including Dziady and Pan Tadeusz. Even without a deep knowledge of Polish literature, the emotion captured in the metal was undeniable, struggles, hope, and patriotism cast in enduring form.

We found a bench nearby and paused for a moment, letting the setting speak for itself. The garden was peaceful, flanked by trees and offering a soft view of the Seine, with few people passing through. It felt almost secret, like a little pocket of history waiting patiently to be noticed.

From a practical standpoint, the Petit Palais, located just across the way, provides clean and accessible restrooms, and there are several restaurants and cafés nearby for a coffee or snack. If you’re walking along the Avenue Winston Churchill or the Champs Élysées, it’s easy to find something quick or even sit down for a proper lunch after your visit.

The paths in the garden are flat and paved, making it easy to access for wheelchair users or families with strollers. We also noticed a few locals walking their dogs, on leads, of course, as the space is dog-friendly.

Getting here is straightforward thanks to the Concorde Metro Station, just a short walk away and served by Lines 1, 8, and 12. Bus stops nearby also make this site very accessible for those exploring the city on public transport.

This stop wasn’t planned, but it became one of those unexpected little highlights. The Adam Mickiewicz Monument isn’t a headline attraction, but it offers something deeper, an encounter with the shared history of France and Poland, tucked into a calm and beautiful corner of Paris. If your walk brings you nearby, it’s absolutely worth those few...

As you walk from the Eiffel Tower along the River Seine towards the Louvre you will pass the Flame of Liberty. As you continue the walk you start at the mouth of a nice park and will come upon the Adam Mickiewicz monument. Ornately sculpted statue on marble base highlighting the polish poet setting atop the memorial of Poland coming to the...

Памятник Адаму Мицкевичу. Родился в Белорусии под Новогрудоком. Белорусы, поляки и литовцы считают его своим поэтом. И в этих странах его произведения изучают в школах. Вот такая спорная личность. Хоть родился в Белорусии писал на польском. Человек повлиявший на культуру этих стран и признанный в Европе достоин быть...