Arc de triomphe

10 Years Since the Paris Agreement: Greenpeace colors Place de l'Étoile in Red to Protest inaction

The Place de l’Étoile was splashed in red this Friday to mark the tenth anniversary of the Paris climate agreement. Greenpeace unfurled banners reading "10 Years of Climate Sabotage," highlighting the lack of progress since 2015, according to Le Parisien. This striking protest serves as a reminder that the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 °C is still far out of reach.

New Year's Eve on the Champs-Elysées: practical information for enjoying this festive evening

Every year, Parisians celebrate the New Year on the Champs-Elysées. But this evening can be difficult if you're not well prepared. Here are our tips and practical information for New Year's Eve on December 31.

Tales and Stories 2025: a show and theatrical tour for children at the Arc de Triomphe

Contes et histoires, the event that lets you discover national monuments with your family during the Christmas holidays, is back for its 2025 edition, from December 20 to January 4. It's also an opportunity to explore the unmissable Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

Octobre Rose 2025: the Eiffel Tower and other Parisian landmarks lit up in pink this Tuesday evening

The Eiffel Tower and other Parisian landmarks will be decked out in pink this Tuesday evening, September 30, 2025, to mark the launch of Pink October. It's an opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer, before a month of fund-raising events.

Strike and demonstration: exceptional closure of the Arc de Triomphe this Thursday, September 18, 2025

Due to the industrial action on September 18, 2025, the Arc de Triomphe is closing exceptionally this Thursday. We take a look at the situation and refund conditions.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: visit and family toy library at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

The Arc de Triomphe opens its doors to families on the weekend of October 18 and 19, 2025, for the latest edition of the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: history and significance of this monument beneath the Arc de Triomphe

In the center of Paris, a place magnetized by history attracts glances as well as silence. Just beneath the Arc de Triomphe, a discreet but powerful symbol links the living to those never seen again. Few really know its origins, yet every evening, a flame watches over it tirelessly ...

Attend the rekindling ceremony at the tomb of the unknown soldier under the Arc de Triomphe

Every evening, under the Arc de Triomphe, you can attend a free, silent ceremony in tribute to the soldiers who died for France. At 6.30pm, the Flame of the Nation, on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, is rekindled to burn endlessly. We tell you the story of this special ceremony.

Custom Jewelry Design Studio in Paris

Experience the joy of crafting your own jewelry—bracelets, necklaces, phone charms, or keychains—in a charming universe inspired by Kawaii style. Located near the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées, My Nice Bracelet offers a perfect setting to create a unique Parisian keepsake, celebrate a special occasion (bachelorette parties, birthdays), or host a fun team-building activity. Discover also our second boutique just a short walk from the Louvre Palace.

Arc de Triomphe evacuated this morning due to a bomb threat

On the morning of Wednesday December 11, a man reportedly called the police, threatening to blow up the building. A security perimeter was set up directly around the Arc de Triomphe, and the monument was evacuated. Traffic has now returned to normal.

Journées de l'Architecture 2024 at the Arc de Triomphe: a plunge into the heart of history

The Journées Nationales de l'Architecture 2024 offer a unique opportunity to rediscover the Arc de Triomphe through exceptional architectural tours, from Friday, October 18 to Saturday, October 19, 2024. This emblematic monument, located on the Place Charles de Gaulle - Étoile, reveals itself through captivating tours, allowing us to explore its history and monumental architecture in depth.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Agitos installed on the Arc de Triomphe

Three weeks after the Olympic rings were placed on the Eiffel Tower, the Paralympic agitos were hung on another of the capital's landmarks, the Arc de Triomphe!

Europe Day: the Arc de Triomphe will be lit up in blue this Thursday

This Thursday, May 9, 2024, the Arc de Triomphe will be lit up and draped in blue, to mark Europe Day. All the more reason for Parisians to vote in the European elections in June.

Commemorations on November 11, 2023 at the Arc de Triomphe with a visit from the French Patrol

This Saturday, November 11, 2023, we commemorate the Armistice of 1918. In the morning, we head for the Arc de Triomphe for the official ceremony attended by French President Emmanuel Macron. The ceremony will be punctuated by the Patrouille de France taking to the skies over Paris. 3 other ceremonies will also take place at the Arc de Triomphe, so here's the program.

November 11: centenary of the flame of remembrance and video mapping on the Arc de Triomphe

November 11, 2023 marks not only the Armistice of the First World War, but also the centenary of the flame of remembrance beneath the Arc de Triomphe. For an exceptional commemoration, come to the end of the Champs-Elysées.

Brooklyn Fitboxing: we tried out this concept combining boxing and bootcamp, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe

A new gym is opening near the Champs-Elysées, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, from August 29, 2023. During your session, link up boxing and bootcamp moves to let off steam and strengthen your body!

8-May in Paris: Arc de Triomphe and metro closed, demonstrations prohibited in the area

This Monday, France commemorates the victory of May 8, 1945. Various ceremonies are organized in Paris, including the traditional commemoration of the President of the Republic at the Arc de Triomphe, involving the closure of metro stations and the monument, as well as the prohibition of demonstrations in the area.

The Champs-Elysées: the makeover for the 2024 Olympics begins

After announcing the La Chapelle district was to be refurbished, the Paris authorities presented a project to create a new layout of the Champs-Elysées expected to “reenchant” the avenue prior to the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Publicis Cinema: an indie movie theater partnering with Paris Korean Film Festival

Calling all Korean movie fans: one Sunday per month, the Publicis Cinéma welcomes the “Dimanches en Corée” cycle that is very special to the movie theater.

The Arc de Triomphe, wrapped; tribute to Christo, goes down this Sunday October 3

The wrapping of the Arc de triomphe by Christo is to be admired from September 18 to October 3, 2021. The monumental work is said to make the Parisian monument disappear under 25,000 sqm of recyclable polypropylene silver and blue fabric and 7,000 m of red rope. An event in close partnership with Centre Pompidou and the Centre des Monuments Nationaux (National Monuments Center). Despite the artist passing away in May 2020, the performance is to be held still.