About Denfert-Rochereau
Denfert-Rochereau is a Lines 4, 6 and RER B interchange in the south of Paris. The station is most famous as the entrance to the Catacombs of Paris - the vast ossuary containing the bones of approximately 6 million Parisians transferred there in the late 18th century from overflowing city cemeteries. The RER B here gives direct access to both Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports.
Lines Served
Traveller Tips
- 1Paris Catacombs entrance is a 5-minute walk (book online well in advance - often sold out weeks ahead)
- 2RER B from here goes direct to CDG Airport (~30 min) and connects for Orly
- 3The Lion of Belfort sculpture in the square is a 1/10th scale replica of the Belfort original
- 4Parc Montsouris (lovely Haussmann park with lake) is a 10-minute walk south
Accessibility
-Wheelchair accessible
-Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
✓Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Facilities
Toilets
ATMs
Shops
Nearby Attractions
Paris Catacombs
Lion de Belfort sculpture
Parc Montsouris
Observatoire de Paris
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Zone 1
Travel Zone
Est. 1906
Limited accessibility - check before travelling