Will Friday the 13th bring you fortune or misfortune? What's certain is that a mystical wind is blowing across the capital. On this special day, why not take the opportunity to discover the most mysterious places in Paris? Whether it's through Parisian superstitions, or spots steeped inhistory, we've got just the thing to help you plan your visit to the capital.
Yet another excuse to discover Paris's heritage! So get out your sneakers and prepare your itinerary of places to visit this Friday 13th in Paris:
The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital
Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days. [Read more]
The Chapelle Expiatoire in Paris, the monument erected in memory of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette
The Chapelle Expiatoire is one of Paris's hidden monuments. Erected in memory of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette, this historic site is well worth a visit! [Read more]
Père Lachaise, Paris's most mythical cemetery and the graves of famous personalities
The Père Lachaise cemetery is not only the largest cemetery in Paris, but also one of the most visited in the world. Whether for its history, its illustrious figures or even its legends, this place is a must-see in the capital. [Read more]
Mystical Paris: magical experiences not to be missed in the capital
Fancy a touch of magic in your life? The capital abounds in mysterious places and fascinating anecdotes, as well as magical and esoteric experiences to try out! [Read more]
Friday 13th: Lucky places in Paris, superstitions for good luck
Do you know the lucky places in Paris? We're off to discover these Parisian legends with a reputation for bringing good luck! [Read more]
History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
Did you know? In the Halles district of Paris, there was once a well-known cemetery in the capital: the Cimetière des Innocents (or Saint Innocents' Cemetery). Discover its fascinating history and the few remaining vestiges. [Read more]
Eglise Saint-Sulpice, in the Odéon district - Video
The Eglise Saint-Sulpice is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in Paris, and the second largest church in the city after Notre-Dame-de-Paris. It's well worth an extended detour! [Read more]
Saint-Denis Basilica, the necropolis of the Kings of France in Saint-Denis (93), discover its history
How about (re)discovering the Basilique Saint-Denis? Classified as a historical monument, this religious edifice in Saint-Denis (93) is home to the necropolis of the Kings of France, and is a must-see for history buffs and those curious about the region's heritage. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Le Vieux-Pays de Goussainville: an unusual stroll through a "ghost village" in the Île-de-France region
If you're looking for an unusual outing in the Paris region, you've come to the Val-d'Oise. It's here, just a few kilometers from the end of the Roissy airport runways, that you'll find the Vieux-Pays de Goussainville. Visit this atypical old village, described as "ghostly", and virtually abandoned by many of its inhabitants for several decades. [Read more]
Did you know? There's an unusual troglodyte church in the Val d'Oise, just waiting to be discovered.
Did you know that in the Val d'Oise, the Church of the Annunciation at Haute-Isle is the only troglodyte church in the entire region? Carved directly into a chalk cliff and listed as a historic monument, it's an unusual nugget to discover. [Read more]
