KarunaNews Story

The square in front of Paris City Hall has been transformed into an urban forest! Launched last October, the work is now complete. This greening is part of a vast plan to combat global warming and urban heat islands. The project brings freshness to a busy, urban space, while at the same time enriching Paris's biodiversity. By redesigning the forecourt, Paris City Hall is pursuing its objective of making the city more climate-resilient. The greening project covers an area of 2,500 square meters (almost 27,000 square feet). Between 25% and 30% of the surface will be planted. It is home to 50 large trees, including local species resistant to climate change. The trees are accompanied by more than 20,000 plants to create a forest atmosphere. Wooded copses have been installed on either side of the forecourt to provide cool, shady areas. The historic fountains on the Hôtel de Ville forecourt have been integrated into the project. They are now surrounded by vegetation. These watering holes remain places for visitors to sit and rest, while adding an aesthetic touch to the transformed space. This new, verdant square is a symbol of the ecological transition underway in the capital, providing a glimpse of the urban future where green reclaims its rights.