Mahogany doors, mosaic decorations and ceramics of quality, the public toilets located under the square of theChurch of the Madeleine, in the 8th district, are indeed unique. The lavatory, considered the most beautiful in Paris, finally reopens its doors this Monday, February 20, after twelve years of closure and major restoration work.
Lavatory de la Madeleine: the rebirth of a heritage jewel in Paris
The first building of its kind inaugurated in France in 1905, the Lavatory de la Madeleine finally reopens its doors in the basement of the 8th arrondissement of Paris after 12 years of closure. A look back at these famous underground public toilets born in the Belle Époque. [Read more]
The lavatory of the Madeleine Church is a true Parisian heritage. Created in 1905 in an"art nouveau" style, it is classified as a historical monument. However, a too low attendance pushes the owners to abandon the place in 2011. The company 2theloo supervised the restoration and obtained the concession for the next ten years. Parisians and tourists will be able to enjoy their unique architecture, but also to compensate for the lack of public toilets in the neighborhood.
For the occasion, all the plumbing has been redone, as well as the host's cabin. You will also be able to buy colored toilet paper, or brushes of any kind. An unusual attraction that should soon appear in all tourist guides!
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Location
Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine
75008 Paris 8
Lavatory de la Madeleine: the rebirth of a heritage jewel in Paris
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