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Sunset in Paris

Sunday, April 26, 2026

Sunset
8:58 PM
Direction
West-Northwest(292°)
Sunrise
6:40 AM

The sun sets in the west, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Paris, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.

In Paris, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.

Best sunset spots in Paris

  • Trocadéro esplanade
    Map

    Iconic western viewpoint with the sun setting behind the Eiffel Tower

  • Pont des Arts
    Map

    Pedestrian Seine bridge with a clear western view down the river

  • Sacré-Cœur steps
    Map

    Same elevated viewpoint, looks west across the Paris rooftops at dusk

Tips

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes before sunset
  • Face the direction shown on the map
  • Check cloud cover near the western horizon
  • A clear horizon and a city skyline often produce the best photos
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