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The Maison Zola, the Dreyfus Museum in Médan, Yvelines

In the heart of the Yvelines region, the Musée Dreyfus, in the grounds of the Maison d'Émile Zola, stands as a place steeped in literary and judicial history. Located in Médan, just an hour's drive from Paris, this historic house and museum is a must-see for anyone interested in the life and work of Émile Zola, as well as the Dreyfus Affair, two major elements of late 19th-century French culture.

Disneyland Paris: Walt Disney Studios Park to change its name

At a press conference on Friday April 12, 2024, Disneyland Paris announced a name change for Walt Disney Studios. The change will take effect with the opening of the Snow Queen area, and is part of the park's evolution, with the restructuring of Studio 1 and the extension currently under construction.

Il Giardino, the Italian terrace at Les Jardins du Faubourg in Paris

Il Giardino is the name of the restaurant at the Hôtel des Jardins du Faubourg in Paris. On the Saint-Honoré side of the 8th arrondissement, discover Chef Davide Pecorella's lovely Italian cuisine in the lush, green setting of his hidden terrace.

Pedestrian Champs-Elysées: car-free day on the famous avenue on Sunday May 5, 2024

The Champs-Elysées are reserved for pedestrians one Sunday a month. An opportunity to discover the most beautiful avenue in the world in a different way, and to take a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe without a car to spoil the picture. This Sunday, May 5, 2024, the Champs Elysées will be pedestrianized all day long!

Paris Centre Piéton, the first 4 car-free arrondissements on Sunday May 5, 2024

Once a month, Paris Breathes! In addition to the Avenue des Champs-Elysées, the first 4 arrondissements are going green and car-free, eliminating motor vehicles for one day. Next event: Sunday, May 5, 2024!

The Albert Kahn Museum's superb Japanese garden and other gardens that take us on a journey

The Musée Albert Kahn, which has just reopened its doors, unveils sublime gardens that are a must-see. Conceived as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery.

Ramadan 2025 in France: what you need to know about this month of fasting for Muslims

Ramadan is a special holy month in the Hegira calendar. During this period, observant Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. Here's what you need to know about Ramadan 2025.

Hospitalisations in France this Friday June 30th, 2023: occupation rate of intensive care beds by region

Data on the coronavirus situation in France continues to be closely monitored. This Friday June 30th, 2023, 9.47 % of intensive care beds in France are occupied.

Incidence rate by department at Friday June 30th, 2023 in France

The incidence rate by department is an indicator to be followed very closely in order to monitor the evolution of the epidemic. We discover together the incidence rates of each department at Friday June 30th, 2023.

Coronavirus in Paris and Ile-de-France: 0 Covid deaths in 24 hours and 251 serious cases

We take stock of the situation in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Find out more about the specific situation in the Paris region, by department. This Friday June 30th, 2023, 0 additional deaths in 24 hours and 251 serious cases in intensive care.

Info Metro RER trains, closures, works and demonstrations in Paris this Saturday May 4th, 2024

In the blink of an eye, you'll have access to all the information you need about traffic in Paris, updated in real time. RATP Metro RER and Transilien, roadworks, traffic, major events and demonstrations, we give you all the practical information you need to know before going out in Paris this Saturday May 4th, 2024.

End of Instagram, Facebook, Messenger outage, Meta apps back in service

If you're a social network user, you've probably noticed the problem. Since 4:25 p.m. this Tuesday, March 5, 2024, the Instagram, Facebook and Messenger applications of Threads, part of the META group, have suffered a worldwide outage. An hour after the start of the bug, these social networks are gradually returning to service.

The Shangri-La Paris Easter Egg by Maxence Barbot, a marine treasure for Easter 2024

Shangri-La Paris Pastry Chef Maxence Barbot celebrates Easter with the unveiling of a most unusual egg: a stoup that honors his Breton origins and the now seafaring accents of Bauhinia.

2024 winter sales in Paris: opening hours and exceptional mall openings

The 2024 winter sales run from January 10 to February 6, 2024. To mark the occasion, shopping centers and department stores in Paris and the Ile-de-France region are changing their opening hours, and offering special events for shopaholics!

La Galette des Rois 2024 du Lutetia by Nicolas Guercio, a returning favorite

Le Lutetia Paris presents its Galette des rois 2024. Its talented pastry chef, Nicolas Guercio, revisits his incredible galette with different textures, this year in an almond version.

The crispy Lulu Yule log at the Lutetia Paris 2023 by Nicolas Guercio

Looking for an exquisite and unique Yule log for the festive season? Discover Nicolas Guercio's incredible creation for Hôtel Lutetia this year. The log, available by reservation only until December 22, 2023, will be retired at the Hotel Lutetia Paris on December 23 and 24, 2023.

Low-glycemic, gluten-free Yule logs from Belles Envies 2023

Les Belles Envies unveils 3 Yule logs for 2023, suitable for diabetics and gluten intolerants. Available in three new-to-Paris flavors, these low-glycemic delights promise to delight your taste buds this holiday season.

Christmas 2023 in Paris: an ice rink a stone's throw from the Bois de Vincennes

On your skates! For Christmas 2023, Vincennes will be delighting young and old alike with an open-air ice rink on the Hôtel de Ville esplanade. See you there from December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024!

Christmas & New Year's Eve 2024 in Paris: gourmet menu by a Top Chef at restaurant Cleo

To celebrate the festive season in Paris in gastronomic style, head for the Cléo restaurant in the heart of the Narcisse Blanc, a 5-star hotel with an incredible charm. For the occasion, chef Bruno Aubin, ex-Top Chef, unveils a stunning menu for Christmas Eve on December 24, 2023, and New Year's Eve 2024 on December 31, 2023.

Christmas 2023 at the Forum des Halles with singer Valentina and Secours Populaire

Westfield Forum des Halles celebrates Christmas 2023 with magic and solidarity! Between magical decorations and committed events, the center in Paris' 1st arrondissement is joining forces with Secours Populaire for a Toy Drive and a solidarity tea party, and on December 16, 2023, singer Valentina will give a free concert at the foot of the big Christmas tree. These magical events will transform shopping into a joyful and meaningful experience for the festive season!