Photo Examples
About This Spot
This charming cobblestone street with pink La Maison Rose café is the epitome of Parisian romance. Voted one of the most beautiful streets in Paris, it's where classic Paris meets Instagram perfection.
Complete Photography Guide
GPS Coordinates
Exact Location
Intersection of Rue de l'Abreuvoir and Rue des Saules, Montmartre. GPS: 48.8867° N, 2.3397° E. Position yourself on Rue de l'Abreuvoir facing downhill toward La Maison Rose (the pink building).
How to Find It
From Sacré-Cœur, walk down Rue du Mont-Cenis, turn left on Rue Cortot, then right on Rue des Saules. The pink café La Maison Rose will be on your right. The best photo angle is from the cobblestone street looking toward the café with Sacré-Cœur dome visible above.
Timing Recommendations
Early morning (7-9 AM) for empty streets and soft light. Spring (April-May) when wisteria blooms on the buildings. Avoid weekends when tour groups crowd the street. Overcast days provide even, flattering light for the pastel buildings.
Crowd Levels
Recommended Settings
f/5.6 for street sharpness with slight background blur. ISO 200-400 depending on light. Shoot at 35-50mm focal length to capture the full street context without distortion. Enable RALs to preserve detail in the pink café and cobblestones.
Equipment Needed
Frame the shot with La Maison Rose on the right third, cobblestone street leading into the frame. Include the street lamp for classic Paris charm. For a different angle, shoot from the top of the street looking down with ivy-covered walls on both sides.
Walk naturally down the cobblestone street (photographer shoots from behind). Lean against the pink wall of La Maison Rose with a coffee. Candid: Looking at the café menu. Twirl in a dress on the cobblestones. Sit on the doorstep (ask café permission first).
Best Months
Peak Season
Wisteria bloom season: late April to mid-May
Seasonal Changes
Spring (April-May) brings stunning wisteria blooms cascading from buildings in purple and pink. Fall offers golden leaves and softer light. Summer can be too harsh at midday. Winter provides moody atmosphere but fewer flowers.
Soft pastels complement the pink café perfectly: blush pink, lavender, cream, or mint green. Flowing dresses create romantic movement on cobblestones. Avoid neon or dark heavy colors that clash with the delicate aesthetic. French-girl style: striped shirts, berets, light scarves.
Steep cobblestone street, challenging for wheelchairs and strollers. No ramps available. Nearest accessible route is Rue Lepic (less picturesque but paved).
Quick Info
Easy
Morning