Le Bateau Phare

Le Bateau Phare is the former Batofar, a former Irish lightship (Osprey, 1955) that became the Batofar in 1999 at the Port de la Gare (Paris 13th), was bought in 2018 and then renovated. It can also be found under its former address, 11 quai François Mauriac.

Step aboard this legendary venue, wander across its 3 decks, which invite you to explore, and enjoy an unrivalled view of the Seine in a space of 600 m²:

For a seminar day or an evening event: private hire of the boat in full or deck by deck, for up to 300 people.

For all-inclusive or tailor-made events, make the most of our team of artists, our stage installations and our barmaids. Our teams will help you design your reception by suggesting partner caterers, artists and shows.

Each space has its own atmosphere, drawing on the codes of the marine world and reusing strong features of the boat, such as the metal works by Jean Philippe Buisson.

• The upper deck, renamed the DECK, is a laid-back indoor-outdoor space with a view of the Seine and a “beach” spirit. In winter it turns into a chalet for puffer-jacket evenings with mulled wine & raclette.
• The middle deck, now called the CARRÉ, evokes the lagoon with its gradients of blue and offers an atmosphere that is both cosy & bright: high tables or sofas, the choice is yours!
• We dive towards the ocean floor in the CALE, the lower deck, passing the mural by Nilko, a street artist well known in the 13th arrondissement. This is where, of course, we party and discover artists’ performances, but also where you can hold your conference on a big screen.