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The best baguette in Paris 2024 can be found in the 11th arrondissement, and guess where?

We reveal where the best baguette in Paris 2024 can be found! This year, it's in the 11ᵉ arrondissement of Paris that you'll have to go to taste the capital's best baguette. The annual competition for the best baguette in Paris returned its verdict this Thursday, April 25, and we tell you all about it.

Shopping tip: two new Action stores open in Paris!

Good news for bargain-hunting Parisians! Two new Action stores are coming to the capital. The first opened in the 19th arrondissement at the end of 2023, followed by another in the 15th arrondissement this Saturday, April 27, 2024. Action, recently voted France's favorite retailer, has no intention of stopping there, and is continuing its expansion in the City of Light, with products at unbeatable prices!

Tom Cruise filming in the streets of Paris for Mission: Impossible 8

Tom Cruise certainly loves shooting in Paris! For the second part of Mission Impossible, due for release in 2025, the American actor has been spotted in the streets of Paris in recent days.

The A13 freeway, closed between Paris and Vaucresson, will not reopen on May 1, no new date set

On April 19, 2024, an unpleasant surprise awaited motorists in the Île-de-France region. Following a ground movement, the A13 freeway had to be closed in both directions between Paris and Vaucresson. In the end, it will not reopen on May 1, and the situation is likely to last a long time...

Paris-Saint-Germain: the calendar for May 2024, the last matches of the season

In May 2024, it's the end of the season, with trophies in sight for Ligue 1, the Coupe de France and the Champions League, at Paris-Saint-Germain! It's the moment of truth for this brand-new team, following a change of coach and an extensive mercato.

Transport in Île-de-France: work scheduled for the weekend of April 27 and 28, 2024

New works are scheduled for this weekend of April 27 and 28, 2024 on the Paris and Ile-de-France networks of the RATP and SNCF. We take a look at the disruptions expected on the metro, RER and Transilien networks this weekend.

Flea markets and garage sales in Paris on the weekend of April 27-28, 2024

Are you interested in flea markets, garage sales and ephemeral markets in Paris? Then check out the list of bargain-hunting opportunities on the weekend of April 27-28, 2024 in Paris!

The wings of the Moulin Rouge fell in Paris last night

The famous wings of the Moulin Rouge fell down last night in Paris. Between 2 and 3 a.m., the emblematic structure of this historic cabaret collapsed, taking with it the first three letters of its sign, "MOU", and the mill's wings.

The Impressionist Train, a special weekend train to Auvers-sur-Oise

If you're an artist or a lover of Impressionism, take a weekend trip to Auvers-sur-Oise, a small town in the Ile-de-France region that Cézanne and Van Gogh loved. The SNCF has set up a special train to take you there, less than an hour from the capital!

Onze Bouge 2024, the 11th arrondissement's festival of free shows, is back!

The very cool Onze Bouge festival returns for another edition in the streets of Paris' 11th arrondissement, from May 16 to 20, 2024. On the program: dance, theater, music and comedy shows, all presented free of charge for all our enjoyment - we're running, of course.

Roland-Garros 2024: how many tennis balls are used during the tournament?

It's hard to know how many balls are used during the three-week clay-court tournament at Porte d'Auteuil! But we do know that between 50,000 and 70,000 yellow balls are needed for the final draw of Roland-Garros alone!

Air traffic disrupted this Thursday at Paris airports despite lifting of strike notice

A massive strike at Paris airports was narrowly averted! Air traffic controllers had called a strike for this Thursday, April 25, 2024, as well as for Ascension Day, but at the last minute this was lifted, without avoiding any disruption.

Paris's biggest picnic on the Champs-Elysées, registration now open

How about a giant picnic on the Champs-Élysées? After the giant cinema and the biggest dictation ever, we've got an unusual giant picnic coming up this Sunday, May 26, 2024, with free registration. Will you be among the 4,000 people taking part in this unique event on the world's most beautiful avenue?

Paris 2024 Olympics: 10 free shuttle bus lines to reach certain competition venues

In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Île-de-France Mobilités is announcing the introduction of 10 free shuttle bus routes. The aim? To make it easier for spectators to get to the most remote competition venues in the Paris region.

Paris: why are two aerobatic aircraft flying over the capital this Wednesday?

This Wednesday, April 24, 2024, if you look up into the Paris skies, then you're likely to see two aerobatic aircraft flying over the capital and witness an astonishing drop of 15 parachutists over the Invalides esplanade. So, why will these two flying machines be doing the show over the capital today? We answer.

Why is May 8 a public holiday in France?

One week after May 1st, May 8th arrives. But do you remember why this day is also a public holiday in France? We tell you.

RER E extension: three new stations to open in May 2024

Good news for RER E users! At the beginning of May 2024, the people of Ile-de-France will be able to discover three new stations in the west of Paris, at La Défense and Nanterre, the new terminus, before the final extension of the RER E to Mantes-la-Jolie announced for the end of 2026. We tell you all about it!

Lolita, Sin City, Paris is Dancing, the next club nights at La Nuit Paris

Looking for a new club in Paris? Head to Paris's 9th arrondissement to push open the doors of La Nuit, a new clubbing showcase that's sure to light up your nights from September 1, 2023.

May 1st: why are lilies of the valley offered on this day? History and origins

On May 1st, a plant is on display everywhere in France: the famous lily of the valley. But why do we offer a sprig of lily of the valley every May 1st? We explain the history and origins of this tradition.

Why is May 1st a public holiday in France? History and origins of Labor Day

May 1st is a public holiday in France, when we celebrate Labor Day. But do you know exactly why, and do you know the history of May 1st? We tell you.