This was the big news announced last week… did you hear about it too? Paris is to move the Eiffel Tower to the Champs-Élysées! If you haven’t heard, ... Read more!
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In search of Spring in Paris: at the Eiffel Tower
Today, we reached central Paris in search of Spring. We thought the best spot to experience the first signs of springtime would be at the Eiffel Tower, more precisely ... Read more!
The Seasons of the Year in France Explained
Like its neighbouring European nations, France is situated in the Northern Hemisphere and goes through a cycle of four distinctive seasons. Let’s look closely at the seasons of ... Read more!
Be stunned by the beauty of the Sainte-Chapelle, Paris
With its stunning stained glass, the Sainte-Chapelle is a gem of Gothic architecture in the heart of Paris. Welcoming over 900,000 visitors each year, the medieval chapel is ... Read more!
Explore the historic Ile de la Cité in Paris
The ship-shaped Ile de la Cité is the historical heart of Paris, known as Lutetia (Lutèce) during the Roman era. With its banks on the River Seine, it contributes ... Read more!
The Conciergerie: Paris’ Historic Prison with Stories to Tell
With its distinctive towers, the Conciergerie on the Île de la Cité used to belong to the Kings of France. In fact, it even preceded the Louvre as ... Read more!
Uncover Paris’ Best Hidden Spots on the Île de la Cité
Discovering hidden spots on the Île de la Cité is like uncovering the soul of Paris. When we lived in the Paris region, we often wandered through this ... Read more!
The Conciergerie Clock: France’s first public clock
I was truly captivated by the stunning beauty of the restored Conciergerie clock, a sight that surprised me as much for its splendour and historical significance. This ornate gilded clock ... Read more!
Maison de Nicolas Flamel: the oldest house of Paris
The Maison de Nicolas Flamel (Nicolas Flamel House) is the oldest stone house of Paris, dating back to the 15th century. On a walk between Place des Vosges ... Read more!
A morning visit inside the chateau of Maisons-Laffitte
The château of Maisons-Laffitte, West of Paris, is a fine example of French classicism completed in 1651. At that time, neither the chateaux of Vaux-le-Vicomte nor Versailles existed ... Read more!
The Arènes de Lutèce: A Roman Vestige in Paris
Little is left visible in Paris from the Roman era. Yet, the French capital boasts a unique and rare remnant of the Gallo-Roman settlement: the Arena of Lutetia ... Read more!
Tour Saint-Jacques-de-la-Boucherie: A Paris Landmark
The curious Saint-Jacques Tower stands alone, at the centre of the trees and lawns of the Square de la Tour Saint-Jacques. It is the only vestige of the ... Read more!
The towers of Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris
Climbing on the towers of Notre-Dame cathedral is a must-to-do thing when visiting monuments in Paris. At the heart of Paris on the Île de la Cité, the majestic ... Read more!
A walk from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, Paris
On a Sunday morning in February, I caught the RER A from Maisons-Laffitte to Paris. The previous day, I had planned an itinerary from the Eiffel Tower to the ... Read more!
French boulangeries
Just a few words about French boulangeries which are found in on vitally every corner of cities, and in many villages and country towns throughout France. The Boulangerie-Pâtisserie ... Read more!
Discover the Grande Arche de la Défense
Located in the outskirts of Paris, the monumental Grande Arche de La Défense is a 20th-century version of the Arc de Triomphe. Instead of celebrating military victories, the ... Read more!
Pont de Bir-Hakeim and its great Paris views
The pont de Bir-Hakeim spans River Seine in Paris, linking the 15th and 16th arrondissements. It is one of the most beautiful bridges of Paris and is popular ... Read more!
A walk from Montparnasse to the Ecole Militaire, Paris
Although cold, winter in Paris is still stunning with lots of beautiful things to discover. Last Sunday, the weather kept switching between clouds and sunshine so we decided ... Read more!
Top 10 biggest rallies in Paris
Paris, the city of love and the city of light, has also been known for being a showroom for protestation since the French Revolution. Traditionally, the French have ... Read more!
The Eiffel Tower at Christmas time
A visit to the Eiffel Tower at Christmas time has become one of the highlights of the festive season when discovering Paris. From Christmas markets to ice-skating rinks, ... Read more!
