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Paris Design Week: an arty village square in the heart of the historic Paris Library

For this year's Paris Design Week, head for the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris to discover the free "Village Palace" installation. From September 4 to 15, 2024, the beautiful mansion will unveil this reproduction of an arty village square, imagined by three young, unusual designers.

Paris Design Week: MUJI and Studio 5-5 install a house in a Marais townhouse

For Paris Design Week 20024, from September 5 to 14, Japanese brand MUJI takes over the Hôtel d'Albret in the Marais district. Together, they set up a manifesto house, housing a unique collection of ready-made objects.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Zeus, the metal horse for the opening ceremony, on display at Hôtel de Ville

The world's most famous horse, ZEUS, is making a comeback! After lighting up the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this majestic steel steed will be on free display at Paris City Hall from August 29 to September 8, 2024.

The Ancienne Poste in Versailles transformed into a living space and Fan Zone for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games - photos

A new cultural and events space has opened in Versailles, in the heart of the town's former post office. Discover this festive new spot, featuring the Sept Lieux food court, exhibitions and events, and invested as a fan zone by Club 2024 from July 26 to August 11 for the Olympic Games.

Ultramod, historic haberdashery and Paris' best-kept secret since 1830

Do you know the oldest haberdashery in Paris? Nestled in the 2nd arrondissement, Ultramod has been delighting sewing and decorating enthusiasts since 1830 with its ribbons, braids and rare treasures. More than just a boutique, it's a veritable haberdashery museum that continues to inspire designers the world over.

Pop Central: the museum for fans of vintage movie cars and arcade games

Who hasn't dreamed of getting behind the wheel of the Batmobile or reliving the atmosphere of the arcades of the 90s? In Étréchy (91), the Pop Central Museum awaits you on Wednesdays, Fridays and weekends, for a total immersion in pop culture, with legendary movie cars and vintage arcade machines galore.

Super Huit, the bistronomic little brother of Mieux, has just been launched a stone's throw from the Parc Monceau.

The Mieux restaurant team unveils its little brother, Super Huit. The new season is proving to be one of the tastiest on the Parc Monceau.

Square du Vert-Galant, a bucolic park at the tip of the Île de la Cité

Strolling through the historic heart of the capital, just before Notre-Dame, the Ile de la Cité features a square unique to Paris, located at the tip of this pretty floating territory.

Rori, pizza slices, bistronomic plates and live wines by the Bouche team

The Bouche team opens Rori, an eatery where you can gobble up pizzas à la slice, washed down with live wines, and plates to share.

Marin d'eau douce, no-licence boats for hire for a bucolic trip from Boulogne to Issy (92)

Fancy a boat trip? What's more, this time you'll be able to wear the captain's hat, as Marin d'eau douce offers you the chance to rent a boat without a license, for a trip of two hours or more!

Rock en Seine 2024: Day 5 with PJ Harvey, Pixies, LCD Soundsystem... we were there, we tell you all about it

Rock en Seine 2024 draws to a close! On this Sunday, August 25, 2024, festival-goers thrilled to the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud for one last time. Here's a look back at the fifth and final day of the festival, which featured the electro-punk-rock energy of LCD Soundsystem, British rock queen PJ Harvey, the legendary Pixies and French phenomenon Zago de Sagazan. We were there, we tell you all about it!

Fe.Mè, the DIY studio and gourmet coffeeshop in Romainville (93)

On Rue Carnot, in Romainville (93), a colorful window distinguishes Fe.Mè from the rest of the street: pink, blue, balls and other DIY kits already announce the program: people come here for a creative workshop, a knitting café, to stock up as in a haberdashery, or simply to drink a comforting hot drink in the coffeeshop.

Rock en Seine 2024: Day 4 with Massive Attack, The Kills... we were there, we tell you all about it

Alternative rock, garage rock, punk rock, noise rock and trip hop... This Saturday, August 24, 2024, Rock en Seine once again vibrated to the rhythm of rock in all its forms! Here's a look back at the fourth day of the festival, featuring concerts by Sleater-Kinney, The Kills, Blonde Redhead and The Offspring, as well as a deeply militant set by Massive Attack!

Soccer: free tickets for Paris FC matches at Stade Charléty all season long

Just like last year, tickets to see Paris FC's Ligue 2 matches are once again completely free for all fans!

Rock en Seine 2024: Day 3 with Soulwax, Jungle, Fred Again... we were there, we tell you all about it

A third day of Rock en Seine, 2024 edition! While fatigue began to show on some faces, the festivities continued this Friday, August 23 at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud with British rapper Loyle Carner, the Jungle project which mixes dance and funk, English producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist Fred Again, not forgetting the Belgians from Soulwax who delivered an explosive set! Let's take a look back at Friday August 23, 2024 at Rock en Seine.

MiniMeLand: customize your vintage denim jacket in a colorful and unique concept store

Welcome to the home, not of Alice, but of Marie Marquet, where color and one-of-a-kind vintage pieces reign supreme, at MinimeLand! A cheerful boutique-workshop where you can customize your jackets, hats or sneakers without getting bored for a single second!

Rock en Seine 2024: Day 2 with Måneskin, Gossip... we were there, we tell you all about it

Second day of Rock en Seine at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud! Definitely more rock than the first, Thursday August 22 brought us back to the youth of yesteryear with performances by Gossip, The Hives and Kasabian. We can't forget the set by Italians Måneskin, the infectious energy of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, and our favorite The Last Dinner Party! Here's a look back at an excellent day at Rock en Seine on August 22, 2024.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: The Olympic Vasque in the shape of a hot-air balloon is back!

The Paralympic Games keep the party going! La Vasque Olympique, the golden hot-air balloon imagined by Mathieu Lehanneur, is set to soar once again from the Jardin des Tuileries in Paris, after the opening ceremony on August 28, 2024.

The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter

The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!

The bookshop café in Crécy-la-Chapelle (77): a waterside stall for browsing and relaxing

Along the banks of the Grand Morin - the river that runs through the pretty village of Crécy-la-Chapelle - a small blue-painted stall invites you to enjoy a coffee while browsing in the bookshop: it's the Crécy-la-Chapelle (77) bookshop.