Petit Bain – Barge on the Seine

Paris 13e · Line 6 – Quai de la Gare

Hire Petit Bain, an event barge on the Seine

Barge on the Seine

Moored at the foot of the Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand, Petit Bain is a one-of-a-kind event barge in Paris 13, designed as an island in the city. Green rooftops, a workshop-style cantine and a concert hall: its furnished, equipped spaces can be hired together or separately, for up to 650 guests.

Happhapp has exclusively managed private hire at Petit Bain since 2018. From your first call to the welcome on the day, one team takes care of everything.

650guests, whole barge
6spaces
2amlatest finish

Spaces at Petit Bain

Up to 650 guests, available together or separately.

La barge entière

All three levels of the barge to yourselves: the Rooftops, the Cantine and the Concert Hall.

Standing
650

Private hire possible until 2am

Les Rooftops Outdoor

A 170 m² green island designed as a garden in the city: a Grand Rooftop (100 guests), a footbridge and a Mini Rooftop (40 guests).

Area
170 m²
Standing
150

Open until midnight

La Cantine

A workshop feel mixing wood, concrete and upcycled furniture. Equipped for meetings: projector, roll-down screen, sound system and mics.

Standing
80
Seated
50

La Cantine et sa Terrasse cachée

The Cantine extended by its hidden terrace, at bridge level.

Standing
120

Hidden terrace alone: 40 guests

La Salle de concert

Almost underwater, 220 m² of industrial architecture that adapts to any set-up. Ideal for a party or a conference.

Area
220 m²
Standing
350
Seated
120

Stage, projector, 4×3 m screen, mics, chairs, cloakroom

La Baie Outdoor

A summer space on the quayside, partly covered, with an outdoor bar and deckchairs. The place for summer events.

Standing
400

Summer only · 200 guests if it rains

Catering

Petit Bain's kitchen

Generous seasonal buffets made in Petit Bain's own kitchen: sharing plates and sweet and savoury finger food.

A committed venue

The venue's project

A renowned Paris concert venue, Petit Bain runs a strong cultural and social project: programming open to everyone and an economy that puts people before profit.

Every day, Petit Bain runs back-to-work programmes and local cultural projects in the 13th arrondissement. Hiring the barge also supports that project.

Practical info

Getting there

  • 7 port de la Gare, 75013 Paris
  • Metro Line 6 – Quai de la Gare
  • Metro Line 14 – Bibliothèque François Mitterrand
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Frequently asked questions

How late can we stay at Petit Bain?

The whole barge can be hired until 2am. The Rooftops close at midnight.

How many guests can Petit Bain host?

Up to 650 guests when you hire the whole barge. Each space can also be hired on its own, from 40 to 400 guests.

Can we hire just one space?

Yes. The Rooftops, the Cantine, the Concert Hall and La Baie (in summer) can each be hired separately.

Who does the catering?

Buffets are prepared by Petit Bain's kitchen with seasonal produce. Ask us about any special request.

Is Petit Bain equipped for a conference?

Yes. The Concert Hall has a stage, projector, 4×3 m screen, mics and chairs. The Cantine has a projector, screen, sound system and mics.

Hire Petit Bain for your event