Monument à la République
4.5
(385)The Monument à la République is a monumental sculpture inaugurated in 1883 in the heart of Place de la République. It features a towering bronze statue of Marianne, symbolizing the French Republic, atop a grand stone pedestal. The monument celebrates the values of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity, and has become a key site for public demonstrations and national expression.
Address
Pl. de la République, 75010 Paris, France
Opening Hours
OPEN 24 HOURS (Thu)
Worth it?
Worth it if you appreciate grand public art and enjoy vibrant city squares
Skip if you prefer quiet, secluded monuments
Location
Pl. de la République, 75010 Paris, France
Nearby places
See more
Highlights
The central bronze statue of Marianne holds an olive branch for peace and a tablet inscribed with "Droits de l'Homme" (Rights of Man).
Around the base, allegorical figures represent Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity, along with a bronze lion guarding the ballot box of universal suffrage.
The stone pedestal is decorated with twelve bronze high reliefs depicting significant dates in the history of the French Republic.
Nearby eats
See more eats
Who it's for
Anyone interested in French history and symbolism, or those looking for a lively public square to people-watch. It's also suitable for families with children.
Know before you go
The monument is open 24 hours a day, making it accessible at any time.
Nearby stays
Reviews
4.5
Exceptional
5 ReviewsReviewers consistently praise the monument's impressive scale and beauty, noting its central location in a lively square. Some mention that the square is often a site for protests.
Fun facts
The monument was designed by the Morice brothers, with the bronze statue made by sculptor Léopold Morice and the pedestal by architect François-Charles Morice.
The square and monument became more accessible for public use after a roundabout was replaced by a pedestrian esplanade in 2013.
The statue had its first comprehensive cleaning in 2016 since its erection.
