Where was Window to Paris filmed

Locations

• Bank Bridge

  In movie

  Scene where Pont A rally in honor of Lenin is being held on Bankovsky Bridge in St. Petersburg, while supporters of “tsarism” are gathered across the street at the same time. This place was one of the first places that the Frenchwoman Nicole saw after witnessing a vivid display of public activity.de la Banque

  Real

  Bank Bridge on the map

  Scene was shot One of the most famous and beautiful pedestrian bridges in St. Petersburg - the Bankovsky Bridge. The main distinguishing feature of the bridge are the majestic figures of griffins decorating its railings. These mythological creatures with wings and gilded details are symbols of protection and financial prosperity, which refers to the nearby building of the Assignment Bank (now St. Petersburg State University of Economics).

  St. Petersburg

• Griboyedov Canal Embankment

  In movie

  Scene where Ponorous Nikolai, recently dismissed from school, walks slowly along the canal embankment. There he encounters his neighbor, Ivan Kuzmich, who is unsuccessfully trying to catch fish in the murky waters. Ivan Kuzmich complains that he used to be able to catch large bream, but now his catch leaves much to be desired.

  Real

  Griboyedov Canal Embankment on the map

  Scene was shot At 89 Griboedov Canal Embankment in St. Petersburg. The location is close to the main attractions and is surrounded by 19th century buildings that have preserved their unique architectural style. The house at this address is an example of a typical St. Petersburg revenue house with characteristic facades decorated with stucco. In the scene of the movie, the house behind the characters is abandoned, but now it has been restored and houses the OMON building.

  St. Petersburg

• Street

  In movie

  Scene where In the center of St. Petersburg, the streets are filled with festive excitement to the sound of a brass band's cheerful music. The characters of the movie play wind instruments and seem to set the rhythm of the cheerful atmosphere. To the side, a man jumps on a trampoline, soaring into the air against the backdrop of historical facades. Next to them, a scene that is not quite festive opens up - a huge noisy queue full of disgruntled citizens.

  Real

  Street on the map

  Scene was shot The intersection of Mokhovaya and Belinskogo streets in St. Petersburg. The majestic Church of the Holy Righteous Simeon the Hospitaller and Anna the Prophetess, built in the 19th century, rises in the background. Mokhovaya Street and its intersection with Belinskogo create a unique background with characteristic St. Petersburg elements: narrow sidewalks, historic houses with richly decorated facades and wrought iron balconies.

  St. Petersburg