Arc Héré, the triumphal arch of Nancy

You’ve certainly heard of Paris’ grand Arc de Triomphe. In the Lorraine city of Nancy is another triumphal arch worth mentioning. It might be much smaller than the Parisian ... Read more!

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The triumphal arch of Porte Saint-Martin in Paris

The triumphal arch of Porte Saint-Martin is situated in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. Built in the 17th century it commemorates Louis XIV’s victories on the Rhine and in Franche-Comté. ... Read more!

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The triumphal arch of Porte Saint-Denis in Paris

The triumphal arch of Porte Saint-Denis is situated in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. Dating from the 17th century it pays homage to Louis XIV’s victories on the ... Read more!

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Top 10 Post-Roman triumphal arches in France

When we hear the words “Arc de Triomphe”, most of us have the monumental Parisian arch at the top of the Champs-Élysées in mind. Few people know about ... Read more!

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The 18th century triumphal arch of Nancy

A few words about the triumphal arch of Nancy: when we hear about “Arc de Triomphe”, we immediately think about the grand Napoleonic arch at the top of the Champs-Élysées ... Read more!

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