The Denfert-Rochereau district takes its name from the square of the same name. The epicenter of the 14th arrondissement, Place Denfert-Rochereau is home to Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi's famous Lion of Belfort statue, commemorating the heroic resistance of the town of Belfort during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870. Until the 1950s, the Lion de Belfort funfair was held here, where roller coasters, lotteries, merry-go-rounds and circuses were legion.
On either side of this square, formerly known as Place d'Enfer until 1879, you'll find Parisian landmarks such as the unmissable Paris catacombs, the Montparnasse cemetery, where you'll find the graves of Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, Charles Baudelaire and Serge Gainsbourg, and the Fondation Cartier pour l'Art Contemporain .
For a stroll to discover the local shops, cafés and restaurants, there's nothing like rue Daguerre, so loved by filmmaker Agnès Varda. But for even more relaxation, the Parc Montsouris is the place to be.
Designed in the 19th century, it's the ideal place to soak up the sun on its lawns and lakes, but also... to learn! Indeed, several times a year, the Cité Universitaire de Paris opens its doors to the public with a diverse, varied and free program.
So, here are the best addresses and tips for Denfert-Rochereau and Parc Montsouris!
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]
Did you know? 3 unusual anecdotes about the Paris catacombs
The Catacombs of Paris are among the capital's most mysterious places. But how much do you really know about these ancient Parisian quarries? We reveal three unusual anecdotes about the Catacombs of Paris! [Read more]
The charming villages of the 14th arrondissement
Head for the 14th arrondissement to discover the Plaisance, Petit-Montrouge and Montsouris districts. All are home to a number of small villages, housing estates and villas that are great places to stroll. [Read more]
Restaurants in the Denfert-Rochereau and Parc Montsouris areas, our top addresses
Out and about in Denfert-Rochereau and Parc Montsouris? Take a look at our restaurant recommendations! [Read more]
Wonderland, the unusual pastry shop - tea room
Direction Alesia and Rodolphe Groizard's Wonderland pastry shop. This former chef of a starred restaurant has a passion for trompe-l'oeil and dedicates his pastry shop-tea room to original creations that are as surprising visually as they are in taste. Cactus, armchair, merry-go-round or Moaï statue are part of his desserts that will ravage your table! [Read more]
Désiré, the Family patisserie-chocolate factory in Paris
Désiré is a patisserie and a chocolate factory nestled in Paris 14th arrondissement. At the crossroad between modernity and tradition, this is the small address that reunites the whole family. [Read more]
Choco au Carré: the new Parisian chocolate shop by Jean-Pierre Rodrigues
Addicted to cocoa? Discover quickly the very original Parisian chocolate factory of the artisan chocolate maker Jean-Pierre Rodrigues. Named Choco², this new gourmet address puts chocolate... in a square! [Read more]
A Mi-Chemin, surprising and generous Franco-Tunisian fusion cuisine
Located a stone's throw from rue daguerre in the 14th arrondissement, A Mi-Chemin takes us between Tunis and Paris to discover the cuisine of chef Nordine Labiadh and his wife Virginie. A beautiful story to discover. [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 14th arrondissement? Hotels, inns and accommodation in the district
Find a place to stay in Paris's 14th arrondissement with these useful addresses for hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in the area. [Read more]
Gaumont Alésia: a cinema with Dolby Atmos technology
The Gaumont Alésia cinema is one of the Pathé-Gaumont group cinemas to feature this technology. Enjoy your film during a special screening with Dolby Atmos sound. [Read more]
La Dame de Coeur: the cosy, family-friendly board game bar in Paris's 14th arrondissement
Near the Gare Montparnasse station, a friendly games bar awaits you for lively games with friends or family, while you enjoy pastries or an aperitif, depending on the time of day, just like at home! [Read more]
Urban Laser: huge laser game by Denfert-Rochereau
Are you ready to fight against your friends? By Denfert-Rochereau neighborhood, Urban Laser expects you to provide you some fun with your family or friends. This is the occasion to wake up your inner crack shot! [Read more]
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What to do in Paris's 14th arrondissement? Current ideas for outings and good addresses
This time you've decided to conquer the 14th arrondissement of Paris, and you're right! From the Montparnasse Tower to Alesia, via Denfert Rochereau, here are the best spots in this Parisian district, as well as the not-to-be-missed nights out. [Read more]
What to do in Paris's 14th arrondissement? Current ideas for outings and good addresses
