Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amelie Poulain, released in 2001, transformed Montmartre into a global cinematic destination. Twenty-five years later, the filming locations of Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s film continue to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Here are the exact addresses and a walking route to find them.
Montmartre: The Heart of the Film
Cafe des Deux Moulins, 15 rue Lepic, 18th
This is where Amelie works as a waitress. The cafe has existed since 1911 and has kept its zinc counter, red banquettes and Parisian bistro atmosphere. After the film, the establishment added a few nods to the character (photos, decor) without turning into a museum. The creme brulee that made the place cinematically famous is still served.
The neighborhood around rue Lepic is one of the liveliest in Montmartre: food market, specialty shops and a village atmosphere steps away from the Moulin Rouge. It is also one of the best places to taste quintessential Parisian dishes.
Collignon Grocery, 56 rue des Trois Freres, 18th
Monsieur Collignon’s shop, the grumpy grocer from the film, is located on rue des Trois Freres. The storefront has barely changed. Today it is a fine grocery that plays on its cinematic fame. The street, steep and narrow, embodies the working-class Montmartre that the film immortalized.
Sacre-Coeur and Place du Tertre
The Sacre-Coeur basilica appears in several scenes of the film, notably the one where Amelie guides a blind man through the streets of Montmartre, describing what he cannot see. The forecourt offers one of the finest panoramic views of Paris, also featured in our guide to panoramic views of Paris.
Lamarck-Caulaincourt Station
The Art Nouveau entrance of this metro station (line 12) is one of the most recognizable shots in the film. Amelie runs down its steps. The station serves the heart of Montmartre and is the ideal starting point for a walking tour in the film’s footsteps.
Canal Saint-Martin: The Skipping Stones Scene
Canal Saint-Martin, in the 10th arrondissement, is where Amelie skips stones. The locks, the metal footbridges and the plane trees lining the canal have barely changed since filming. The Quai de Valmy and Quai de Jemmapes are now lined with cafes and independent boutiques.
The Canal Saint-Martin neighborhood is also one of the most dynamic sectors of the Parisian property market, with prices that have risen sharply over the past decade. Our team of property hunters regularly conducts searches there for buyers drawn to this atmosphere.
Gare de l’Est: The Photo Booth
The photo booth scene, where Nino collects torn-up photos, was filmed at Gare de l’Est (10th arrondissement). Classic photo booths have largely disappeared from Parisian train stations, but the one at Gare de l’Est was long a pilgrimage site for fans.
Notre-Dame and Ile de la Cite
Notre-Dame Cathedral appears in a childhood memory scene of Amelie’s. After the 2019 fire and the restoration completed in 2024, the forecourt has regained its bustle. The view from the Seine embankments offers one of the most photographed panoramas in Paris.
Rue Mouffetard: The Market
Rue Mouffetard, in the 5th arrondissement, appears in a market scene. It is one of the oldest streets in Paris, with a food market held from Tuesday to Sunday. The neighborhood, between the Pantheon and the Jardin des Plantes, retains a rare village identity in central Paris.
Recommended Itinerary: Half a Day in Amelie’s Footsteps
Start at Lamarck-Caulaincourt station. Walk up to Sacre-Coeur via the stairs (5 min). Walk down to rue des Trois Freres for the Collignon grocery (10 min). Continue to the Cafe des Deux Moulins on rue Lepic (5 min). Coffee break. Metro line 12 to Gare de l’Est (15 min). Walk to Canal Saint-Martin (10 min). Stroll along the canal. Allow 3 to 4 hours including breaks.
Living in Montmartre: A Neighborhood That Attracts Buyers
The film’s success contributed to Montmartre’s international reputation, but the neighborhood also attracts Parisians for its residential qualities: a village within the city, local shops, green spaces (Montmartre vineyards, Square Louise-Michel). The average price in the 18th arrondissement is around 9,500 euros/sqm in 2026, some 15 to 20% below the Parisian average. Our Montmartre real estate guide details the streets and budgets to know.
For buyers looking to settle in this neighborhood, the challenge is distinguishing the calm, residential streets (upper Lepic, Caulaincourt, Junot) from the more touristic areas. This is precisely the type of expertise that a specialized property hunter can provide.
Looking for an apartment in Montmartre or another neighborhood with character in Paris? Contact our team for a personalized search.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Cafe des Deux Moulins still exist?
Yes, the Cafe des Deux Moulins is still operating at 15 rue Lepic in the 18th arrondissement. It has preserved some of its original decor and welcomes visitors from around the world daily. The creme brulee is still on the menu.
Can you visit all the Amelie Poulain filming locations in one day?
Yes. A 3 to 4 hour walking itinerary covers the main Montmartre locations (Cafe des Deux Moulins, Collignon grocery, Sacre-Coeur), then you can reach Canal Saint-Martin and Gare de l'Est by metro. Allow half a day including breaks.
Is buying an apartment in Montmartre a good investment?
Montmartre (18th arrondissement) offers prices 20 to 30% below the Parisian average, with strong rental potential thanks to tourism and the neighborhood atmosphere. Small units like studios or one-bedrooms rent easily. Our team of property hunters knows this area well.
