Clos Montmartre

The Basics

Though wine has been grown in Paris since ancient Roman times, the only remaining vineyard within the Périphérique is Clos Montmartre. A small, 16,774-square-foot (1,556-square-meter) patch of greenery located adjacent to the Montmartre Museum (Musée de Montmartre), the winery also features various fruit trees, and, to the untrained eye, resembles nothing more than a garden. That changes, however, each October, when the annual harvest festival (Fête des Vendanges) is held in the neighborhood and celebrates the winery’s latest bottlings.

Clos Montmartre features on walking-tour itineraries of the neighborhood, as well as various wine-themed Paris tours.

Things to Know Before You Go

• Clos Montmartre’s wines are fermented in the basement of Montmartre City Hall.

• The vineyard produces roughly 1,000–1,500 bottles annually, though most are purchased as collector’s items—their proceeds are used to support local charities.

• While the original vines succumbed to phylloxera (a grapevine pest that ravaged France’s vineyards), they were later replanted in 1933.

• Given its steep slope and elevated position, Clos Montmartre offers views overlooking Paris, including as far as the Eiffel Tower.

• Each year, different local artists are commissioned to design the wines’ labels.

How to Get There

Clos Montmartre is located at the corner of Rue des Saules and Rue Saint-Vincent. To get there, take Metro line 12 to Lamarck–Caulaincourt station, or use the Montmartrobus. The vineyard can also be reached by car, on foot, or by bike, though that may require navigating the area’s notoriously steep streets.

When to Get There

While Clos Montmartre is typically off-limits to visitors, applications can be made in advance through the Montmartre tourist office; groups of 12 visitors or larger are preferred. The annual Fête des Vendanges allows another opportunity to get acquainted with Clos Montmartre.

La Fête des Vendanges

Held every October, the Fête des Vendanges has been celebrated for nearly 100 years. The multi-day festival comprises dozens of events, including ceremonial speeches, tours of the vineyard, musical performances, parades, wine tastings, and even an artisanal food market held in the shadow of Montmartre’s iconic Sacré-Coeur Basilica.

Ways to explore

Wine lovers can explore the tiny vineyard by guided tour only, which is organized through the Montmartre Museum (Musée de Montmartre). Advance booking is essential, and tours include a scenic walk around the vineyards, followed by a guided tasting of Clos Montmartre wines. After the vineyard tour, enjoy full access to the Montmartre Museum and Renoir Gardens.

Many sightseeing and walking tours of Montmartre also include a peek at the Clos Montmartre, alongside attractions such as the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur, the Moulin de la Galette windmill, and the “I love you” wall.

Accessibility

Vineyard tours are accessible for wheelchair users, but some steeper slopes may be off-limits.

Age limits

Wine tasting is available for over-18s only.

What to pack

Camera, photo ID, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, umbrella

What to wear

Comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Large bags or suitcases, outside food and drink, drones

Amenities

There’s a café and restroom within the adjoining museum.

Address

Clos Montmartre is located at the corner of Rue des Saules and Rue Saint-Vincent in the Montmartre neighborhood of Paris. It’s easy to reach on foot or by bike within Montmartre—although the hilly district is known for its steep streets—or by public transport from anywhere in Paris.

Driving

The narrow, steep lanes and pedestrian zones make driving around Montmartre a challenge, and parking in the district is scarce. It’s far more efficient to take public transport.

Public transportation

Take metro line 12 to Lamarck–Caulaincourt station, about a 3-minute walk away. Bus 40 stops right outside the vineyard.

Best times to visit

While you can pass by the Clos Montmartre at any time, guided tours typically start at 2:30pm.

Best days to visit

Seasonal guided tours are held once a week on a Saturday afternoon.

Best months to visit

Tours of the vineyard are possible from April through September. Alternatively, time your visit for the Montmartre Harvest Festival in October.

Special events

The Montmartre Harvest Festival (Fête des Vendanges) is held annually in October with five days of tours, tastings, live music concerts, and other events throughout the Montmartre district.