SAINT-PLACIDE

Located between the Bon Marché and Montparnasse, the booming district of Saint-Placide finds its balance between authenticity and new trends.

In the heart of the left bank, this bourgeois-looking district offers a privileged family environment. A walk that oscillates between green spaces and Haussmann architecture, while offering many leisure activities. Rue de Rennes runs north to Square Boucicaut, the perfect place for a “green” break, an alfresco lunch or a family walk. To the south is the Gare Montparnasse offering easy access to the West of France, ideal for a weekend getaway.

Very close to Saint-Placide station, stands the majestic Notre-Dame-Des-Champs church of Romanesque inspiration, whose metal frame was made by Gustave Eiffel. It is dressed in impressive volumes punctuated by a row of columns. Rue Saint-Placide and Rue du Cherche-Midi enliven the district with boutiques, concept stores and renowned brands. In addition, the district preserves its local shops such as bookstores, florists, grocery stores, thus offering residents the field of possibilities.

A dynamic district, home to beautiful facades, bistros and charming shops. In short, real treasures to discover!

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ARSENAL

Located between the Seine and the Bastille, the Arsenal district looks like a peaceful little port, lined with Parisian buildings.

Formerly a cargo port, Arsenal became a marina in 1983 and is connected to the network of Parisian canals. Marked by its coastal atmosphere, its pontoons, its harbor master’s office, its seagulls and its seafood restaurants, it transports us to a completely different universe. Along its banks, we discover pretty gardens with sculptures and flowery pergolas in spring. Designed by landscape architect Serge Eyzat and architect Philippe Mathieux, the garden unfolds in a system of terraces inspired by the South of France. A veritable green amphitheater, this garden, which is very popular with Parisians, is a privileged place to stroll.

On Boulevard Morland, we stop in front of the Pavillon de l’Arsenal, center of urban planning and architecture, inviting us to understand the evolution of Paris and its history on urban planning. Built in 1879, this former gunpowder factory was converted into an archive centre, where you can now admire its permanent collections, its huge model and its temporary exhibitions. The Arsenal pavilion also houses a bookstore dedicated to architecture as well as a huge photo library.

A flagship district of the Capital thanks to its central location near the Seine and the Place de la Bastille where tourists, joggers, residents and workers intermingle in an atmosphere that is both urban and bucolic.

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PLACE DES VOSGES

Located in the Marais, the Place des Vosges district is full of history and unusual places.

Inaugurated in 1612 on the occasion of the marriage of Louis XIII and Anne of Austria, Place des Vosges is the oldest in Paris. Characterized by its exceptional architecture and its small romantic park, it is made up of uniform buildings of which only the Pavilion of the King and the Pavilion of the Queen, facing each other, deviate from the rule.

During walks under its majestic arcades, we discover in each issue, the history of the place. At number 6, for example, you will come across the former home of Victor Hugo, arranged in such a way that you can browse through his writings. Its garden, Square Louis XIII, also welcomes you for picnics in the heart of the capital.

Not far from there, we discover the small square of the Sainte-Catherine Market and the famous rue des Rosiers. Small shops, bookstores, and traditional bakeries populate these places.

A mythical and historic district, a reflection of French elegance.

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ÎLE SAINT LOUIS

An architectural gem, Île Saint-Louis is a haven of tranquility nestled in the heart of Old Paris.

Considered a privileged residential area since the 17th century, Île Saint-Louis nestles between the two banks of the Seine and has only 8 streets and 4 quays. Formerly called “Island of Palaces”, it has a homogeneous architecture and sumptuous mansions preserved for more than four centuries, giving it a unique charm. Connected to the rest of the city by six bridges, the district remains sheltered from the surrounding noise and bustle, almost giving it a holiday feel. This district steeped in history is inhabited by the huge Saint-Louis-en-l’Île Church, recognizable by its Baroque style and its interior decoration of unsuspected richness.

Ideal place to learn the art of urban strolling, the island was very popular with the greatest poets and writers of the time: Charles Baudelaire, Théophile Gautier or Louis Aragon liked to come and soak up its atmosphere. particular. Rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île, crossing the district from East to West, is a small landmark of art galleries, while the quays of Anjou and Bourbon offer us a unique panorama of the Saint-Gervais district. .

Undeniably the emblematic district of the capital.

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OPÉRA


Located halfway between the 2nd and 9th arrondissements, Opéra is a modern district that has preserved its old-world charm.

The Opéra district is one of the most beautiful legacies of Second Empire urban planning. Restored under the reign of Napoleon III by Baron Haussmann, the characteristic architecture of this district is representative of the aesthetics of the time. There are great monuments, but also some museums and shops, making the district lively and attractive. The Palais Garnier, which stands in the middle of the Place de l’Opéra, is the home of classical dance in the pure French tradition. A true masterpiece of 19th century theatrical architecture, this impressive building made of sculptures, stone, marble and gold is a spectacle in itself.

A popular area for fashion and design enthusiasts, it’s great to get lost in the endless corridors and floors of the Grands Magasins. Opened in 1884, Galeries Lafayette has become a true parisian institution. Its immense neo-byzantine-inspired dome is a masterpiece classified as an Art Nouveau heritage site by the city of Paris.

For those who love lively neighborhoods, Opera is the perfect place to live pleasantly in the heart of Paris !

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SORBONNE I PANTHEON

The Sorbonne I Panthéon district is a student district by excellence, but it is no less historical. This picturesque district with its architectural treasures offers unique landscapes and a breathtaking view of the Île de la Cité and its Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral.

Since the foundation of the Sorbonne in the 13th century, the district has become a real student crossroads, home to many prestigious schools such as the Lycée Henri IV and the École Polytechnique. Numerous specialised bookshops have been set up there, giving students access to rare resources.

Inhabited by the Pantheon, the district has also acquired a strong historical character. This magnificent neo-classical building, which has become a temple to great men, is now home to many French figures such as Victor Hugo, Voltaire, Rousseau and Simone Veil.

Its winding streets, small shops and crowded cafés at the exit of the courtyards create a light and lively atmosphere, endowing the district with a unique charm.

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BOURSE


Located a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards, the Bourse district has a chic and epicurean atmosphere.

Once considered the “common place of merchants”, the Bourse de Paris is now the official market for shares in France. Its neoclassical building was designed by the architect Alexandre-Théodore Brongniart, who also created the famous Père-Lachaise cemetery.

At the end of the rue Etienne Marcel, you come across the magnificent Place des Victoires, which is one of the five royal squares of Paris, alongside the Place Vendôme and the Place Dauphine. A symbol of a rich and powerful Paris, it is surrounded by remarkable private mansions dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. For foodies, visit the restaurants of the Galerie Vivienne, or rue Sainte-Anne, the main street in this Japanese quarter of Paris.

The Bourse district is a very central area on a human scale, where walking is preferred whatever the destination !

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LOUVRE I PALAIS-ROYAL


Located in the heart of Paris and bordering the Seine, the Louvre | Palais-Royal district has many historic places, appreciated by parisians and tourists alike.

Worthy of a postcard, the Louvre I Palais-Royal district embodies the classic and timeless Paris, with a unique atmosphere. Here you can contemplate the remarkable architecture of old Paris, which can be seen at every street corner. You will enjoy walking through the golden gates of the Jardin des Tuileries, enjoying its French aesthetics, and ending your journey at the Palais du Louvre and its emblematic pyramid, the work of architect Leoh Ming Pei.

We also like to stroll through the majestic Gardens of the Palais Royal and admire the Buren Columns placed between the Cour d’Honneur, the Ministry of Culture and the Comédie-Française. Finally, we like to end our stroll under the great arcades of the Rue de Rivoli, designed by the architects Percier and Fontaine under the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte.

A district steeped in history that takes us on a journey through the Paris of yesteryear and of today.

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