Prayer times – Paris

Muslim Presence in Paris: Paris is home to a long-established Muslim community, with roots dating back to the early 20th century. The city's diverse population includes Muslims from various backgrounds, contributing to the cultural and religious fabric of the capital. Today, Paris hosts numerous mosques and prayer spaces that serve the spiritual needs of its Muslim residents and visitors.

Community Implantation: The Muslim community in Paris is well-implanted, with mapped prayer places across the city and its suburbs. Notable among them is the Grande Mosquée de Paris, located at 2bis Pl. du Puits de l'Ermite in the 5th arrondissement, serving as a central landmark. Other prayer places include Masjid Ali ibn Abi Talib in the 10th, Mosquée de Javel in the 15th, and Mosquée Omar in the 11th. Beyond Paris, suburbs such as Créteil, Évry-Courcouronnes, Bagnolet, Argenteuil, Massy, Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, Nanterre, Aulnay-sous-Bois, Clamart, Chevilly-Larue, Orly, Rosny-sous-Bois, Montreuil, Pantin, and Ivry-sur-Seine also host mosques, reflecting the widespread presence of the community.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Paris observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—following the rhythm of the sun. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Paris's latitude. The city operates on the Europe/Paris timezone. The Qibla direction for prayer is oriented towards Mecca, with a specific bearing and distance from Paris. The calculation method used for determining prayer times is Union des Organisations Islamiques de France, ensuring accuracy for the local community.