Paris → Giverny · 80 km · Mehrere Optionen
Anreise nach Giverny von Paris
Giverny liegt 80 Kilometer nordwestlich von Paris im Seinetal am Rande der Normandie. Es gibt keine Direktverbindung mit Bahn oder Bus vom Pariser Zentrum bis zum Garteneingang — jede Route erfordert mindestens einen Umstieg. Dieser Leitfaden deckt alle realistischen Optionen mit ehrlichen Angaben zu Fahrzeiten, Preisen und den Kompromissen ab, die die meisten Besucher erst nach ihrer Entscheidung kennenlernen.
| Verkehrsmittel | Dauer | Kosten (hin+zurĂĽck) | Ideal fĂĽr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zug + Shuttle | ~2h | €30–40 | Individualreisende |
| Auto | ~1h15 | €25–35 | Familien, totale Flexibilität |
| Geführte Tour | ~8h | €60–130 | Erstbesucher, Gruppen |
| Fahrrad ab Vernon | ~25 min | €10–15 | Radfahrer, Naturfreunde |
Mit dem Zug: Die klassische Route
Der Zug ist der beliebteste und oft einfachste Weg von Paris nach Giverny. Die Strecke Paris Saint-Lazare → Vernon-Giverny wird von SNCF Intercités betrieben. Die Fahrzeit beträgt etwa 75 Minuten. Züge fahren tagsüber ungefähr alle 60–90 Minuten, am Wochenende und außerhalb der Saison sind die Abfahrten seltener — prüfen Sie die Fahrpläne auf sncf-connect.com.
In Vernon verkehrt von April bis Oktober ein Saisonbus (Giverny Bus) zwischen dem Bahnhof und den Gärten. Ein Taxi kostet ca. 10–12 € pro Fahrt. Fahrradverleih ist von April bis Oktober direkt am Bahnhof möglich.
Mit dem Auto: Freiheit und Flexibilität
Mit dem Auto von Paris dauert die Fahrt ohne Stau etwa 1h15, kann aber an Wochenenden im Mai–Juni aufgrund der A13-Staus über 2 Stunden betragen. Der direkteste Weg: A13 Richtung Rouen/Caen, Ausfahrt 16 (Bonnières-sur-Seine), dann D201 und D5 nach Giverny. Ein kostenpflichtiger Parkplatz liegt 200 Meter vom Garteneingang entfernt (ca. 5 € pro Tag).
Mit dem Bus: Organisierte TagesausflĂĽge
Several operators run day-trip coaches from Paris departing from the Opéra or Eiffel Tower area. Packages typically include round-trip transport and sometimes garden admission. Prices range from €60 to €90. The main drawback is coach travel time (2–3 hours each way depending on traffic) and the constraint of fixed group schedules. These trips are best suited to visitors who do not want to manage connections independently.
GetYourGuide and Viator list multiple options for combined Giverny and Paris day trips. Some include a short Seine cruise or a stop at the Museum of Impressionisms in Giverny village (250 metres from the foundation gardens).
GefĂĽhrte Touren ab Paris
Geführte Touren ab Paris reichen von Kleinbus-Gruppentouren (8–12 Personen, 80–130 €/Person) bis zu privaten Fahrdiensten mit lizenziertem Guide (250–400 € für bis zu 4 Personen). Guides umgehen Warteschlangen, liefern Kontext zu jedem Gemäldestandort und schließen häufig Vernon und das Seinetal ein.
Mit dem Fahrrad von Vernon
The cycling route from Vernon to Giverny (7 km one-way) is one of the most pleasant short rides in Normandy. A dedicated cycling path follows the Seine from Vernon, crosses the water-meadows of the Epte valley, and arrives in Giverny via an almost completely flat route. Riding time is approximately 25 minutes each way. Bikes are available for rental at Vernon station (mid-April to mid-October, approximately €10–15 per day). Bring a lock — the car park in Giverny has limited secure bike storage.
The route passes through the hamlet of Saint-Marcel and along the flood plain; in spring, apple orchards in bloom frame the path. Many visitors time a picnic on the return leg, stopping at the Seine riverbank in Vernon where a small beach forms in summer.
Praktische Tipps und häufige Fehler
- Book garden entry in advance: cashier queues can exceed 45 minutes on May–June weekends. Book on fondation-monet.com. Timed entry is recommended.
- Arrive at opening: 9:30 am gives you one hour before the main tour-group wave (which typically arrives at 10:30 am). The water garden is best in morning light anyway.
- Don't rely on 4G coverage: Giverny is a village of 900 people. Mobile coverage is patchy. Download train timetables and maps before leaving Paris.
- Pack a waterproof layer: the Seine valley is damp. Light rain is frequent even in summer. The garden is beautiful in mist — but soaking wet trainers are not. A compact rain jacket weighs nothing.
- Lunch in Vernon, not Giverny: the handful of restaurants in Giverny village fill up by noon on busy days. Vernon (7 km away, 20 minutes by bike) has more choice and better-value food.
- Check the last return train before you leave Paris: this deserves a second mention. Low-season evening trains from Vernon are rare. The last Intercités to Saint-Lazare can be as early as 18:15.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
No. There is no direct public bus from Paris to Giverny. The closest options are: (1) train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Vernon, then the Giverny Bus shuttle; (2) organised coach day trips from Paris; or (3) private car/taxi service. Do not rely on information suggesting a direct bus exists — it does not.
The SNCF Intercités train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Vernon-Giverny takes approximately 75 minutes. Add 20–30 minutes from Vernon station to the garden (shuttle or taxi). Total door-to-door time from central Paris is approximately 2 hours.
Yes, easily. A comfortable day trip from Paris allows approximately 3–4 hours at the garden, including house visit. Leave Paris by 8:30 am, arrive at the garden by 10:30 am, depart Giverny by 4:30 pm, and return to Paris by 6:30 pm. This schedule works with regular train services throughout the tourist season (April–October).
The Giverny Bus is a seasonal shuttle service that runs between Vernon train station and the Fondation Claude Monet from April to October. It operates approximately every 30 minutes on weekdays and more frequently at weekends. The fare is approximately €5 each way, payable on board. Outside the operating season, taxis and bicycle rental are the main alternatives.
Yes, and it is highly recommended. The cycling route is 7 kilometres of almost flat terrain along a dedicated path through the Epte valley. The ride takes approximately 25 minutes. Bike rental is available at Vernon station from April to October (approximately €10–15 per day). The route is well-signed and suitable for most fitness levels.