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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.

Carnet rose: a baribal cub is born at Thoiry zoo (78)

In the spring of 2024, the caretakers at Thoiry Zoo were pleasantly surprised to discover that a little baribal cub had been born in the reserve... Now you too can discover him when you visit the zoo.

Did you know? There's an abandoned "ghost" water park in the Yvelines department.

There's no shortage of amazing sites in the Paris region. Such is the case of this "ghost" water park in the Yvelines department. Abandoned for more than 20 years and listed as a Monument Historique in 2009, the former leisure center was a popular spot for families from its inauguration in 1935, and remained so for several decades. Here's the story.

UGC Normandie on the Champs-Elysées closes for good, with a special program before the end

After almost a century of screenings, UGC Normandie, the cinema on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, will close its doors on June 13, 2024. This decision marks the end of an era for this iconic cinema, which opened in 1937 and has become a veritable symbol of Parisian film culture.

I've tested it for you: become a dancer in an immersive show for a night!

At Maisons-Laffitte castle, Rambouillet or Saint-Denis Basilica, immersive shows are all the rage, and you can take part in the adventure by volunteering for a few evenings.

The Georges Vallerey swimming pool in Paris reopens

The Georges Vallerey swimming pool has reopened its doors. Located at 148 avenue Gambetta, Paris 20th, this historic pool features a 50-meter pool with an opening roof, ideal for swimmers of all levels.

A13 freeway closed between Paris and Vaucresson until May 1 after ground movement

On April 19, 2024, a nasty surprise awaited motorists in the Île-de-France region. After a ground movement, the A13 freeway had to be closed in both directions between Paris and Vaucresson, and this will continue until May 1, 2024!

Disaster alert: your phone will ring if you're in the 17th arrondissement this Tuesday

Don't panic if your phone suddenly starts screaming this Tuesday, if you live in the capital! This is just a test of the new disaster alert system, already deployed in other regions.